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

Canaan has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

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

Canaans are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Canaans are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Pharaoh Hounds have short coats.

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

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

While the Canaan breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

Canaans' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Pharaoh Hound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Canaan has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Canaans sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Canaans 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.

Canaan 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 Canaan, it's at least 10 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 Canaans usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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Pharaoh Hound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Canaan has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Pharaoh Hounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Canaans make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Pharaoh Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Canaans make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Canaans are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Canaans are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Canaans are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.