Medium Hound Group

Pharaoh Hound

Also called Kelb tal-Fenek and Pharaoh Dog

Great with kids

The Pharaoh Hound is a medium-sized breed of dog that originated in Malta. It is an ancient breed that is believed to be one of the oldest domesticated breeds in the world. The Pharaoh Hound has a medium-sized body, with a muscular and well-defined chest. Its head is broad, with a long muzzle and large, erect ears. Its coat is short and smooth, and comes in shades of tan and red. The Pharaoh Hound is a loyal and affectionate breed, and it enjoys spending time with its family. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation.

Weight: 44–55 lb (20–25 kg)
Height at the shoulder: 21–25 in (53–64 cm)
Life span: 12–14 years
Exercise: About 60 minutes a day
Coat: Short, Smooth
Origin: Mediterranean, Malta

Traits

Family and friends

Children: Good with children
Other dogs: OK with other dogs
Strangers: Polite with strangers

Home and activity

Energy: Energetic
Apartment living: Can manage in an apartment
Barking: Barks a little
Training: Fairly easy to train

Care

Grooming: Very little grooming
Shedding: Sheds a little
Drooling: Hardly drools

Temperament

Affectionate Alert Fast Friendly Intelligent Playful

Coat colours

Chestnut/rich red-tan, fawn and tan

Males and females

Measure	Males	Females
Weight	44–55 lb (20–25 kg)	44–55 lb (20–25 kg)
Height	23–25 in (58–64 cm)	21–24 in (53–61 cm)

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC), New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)