The Pharaoh Hound is a Maltese breed hunting dog. Its name in Maltese, Kelb tal-Fenek, means rabbit dog, as the breed was originally used to hunt rabbit in the rocky terrain of the Maltese Islands. The Pharaoh Hound is powerfully built, and it appears to be powerful and elegant. Physical traits include a long and chiseled skull, oval eyes, a muscular neck, and a long, straight tail. Color variations are tan, rich tan, red golden, and chestnut, and the breed is known to be affectionate, intelligent, playful, and active.
Pharaoh Hounds have a withers height between 21”-25” (53-64 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 40-60 lb (18-27 kg). The Pharaoh Hound has an overall body length of roughly 30”-35” (76-89 cm), standing height between 29”-34” (74-86 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-14 years.
The Pharaoh Hound is a Maltese breed hunting dog. Its name in Maltese, Kelb tal-Fenek, means rabbit dog, as the breed was originally used to hunt rabbit in the rocky terrain of the Maltese Islands. The Pharaoh Hound is powerfully built, and it appears to be powerful and elegant. Physical traits include a long and chiseled skull, oval eyes, a muscular neck, and a long, straight tail. Color variations are tan, rich tan, red golden, and chestnut, and the breed is known to be affectionate, intelligent, playful, and active.
Pharaoh Hounds have a withers height between 21”-25” (53-64 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 40-60 lb (18-27 kg). The Pharaoh Hound has an overall body length of roughly 30”-35” (76-89 cm), standing height between 29”-34” (74-86 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-14 years.
