Comparison: Basenji and Pharaoh Hound

Basenji and Pharaoh Hound are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Basenji
Photo: Niko Herlin, CC BY 2.0, source
Pharaoh Hound
Photo: Frank Vincentz, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
BasenjiPharaoh Hound
FCI group5. Spitz and primitive types5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of originCongo - KinshasaMalta
CategoryMediumLarge
Height at withers40–43 cm53–63 cm
Weight9–11 kg18–27 kg
Life span12–14 years12–14 years
Recognition features
  • Short fine coat in red, black or tricolour with white
  • Tightly curled tail and wrinkled brow
  • Light, lean body with erect ears
  • Tan to chestnut coat with white markings and a blushing nose and ears
  • Lean, elegant build with long legs
  • Large erect ears
CoatShort, smooth coat; red, black, tricolour.Short, glossy coat; tan to chestnut with white markings.
PurposeAn ancient African hunting dog from Congo; does not bark but yodels.A Maltese national breed used for rabbit hunting; resembles ancient Egyptian depictions.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.