Pharaoh Hound has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Airedale Terrier has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Pharaoh Hound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Airedale Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Intelligent
Sociable
Affectionate
Playful
Trainable

Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Brave
Playful
Energetic
Balanced
Obedient
Loyal

Pharaoh Hounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Airedale Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pharaoh Hounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Airedale Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Pharaoh Hounds have short coats.

Airedale Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Pharaoh Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Airedale Terrier can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The Pharaoh Hound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Airedale Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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Hip Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Thyroid
Corneal Opacities
Heart Problems

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Pharaoh Hounds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Airedale Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Pharaoh Hounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Airedale Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Pharaoh Hounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Airedale Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pharaoh Hound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Airedale Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Pharaoh Hound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Airedale Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pharaoh Hound, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Airedale Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pharaoh Hounds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Airedale Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pharaoh Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Airedale Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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For an average 45-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Pharaoh Hound feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Airedale Terrier feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pharaoh Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Airedale Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pharaoh Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Airedale Terrier is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Airedale Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Pharaoh Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Airedale Terriers are not cat friendly.

Pharaoh Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Airedale Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Pharaoh Hounds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Airedale Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Pharaoh Hounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Airedale Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Pharaoh Hounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Airedale Terrier is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.