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

Choose a Basque Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Malta

Spain

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Unknown

3000 BC

Ancient Times

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Brown
Amber

Isabella

Black

Red
Fawn

Red
Isabella
Fawn

Pharaoh Hounds have short coats.

Basque Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Basque Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Blood Test
Physical Examination

Hip X-Rays
Dental Examination
Ear Examination
Echocardiogram Tests
Chest X-rays

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

Basque Shepherds 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.

Basque Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

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

Pharaoh Hounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Basque Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Basque Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Basque Shepherds usually need at least 90 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.

The Basque Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pharaoh Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Basque Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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 40-79 pound (18 - 36 kg) Basque Shepherd feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

Basque Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Basque Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.