Comparison: Canaan Dog and Pharaoh Hound

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

Canaan Dog
Photo: Giora Sluzky, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Pharaoh Hound
Photo: Frank Vincentz, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Canaan DogPharaoh Hound
FCI group5. Spitz and primitive types5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of originIsraelMalta
CategoryMediumLarge
Height at withers50–60 cm53–63 cm
Weight18–25 kg18–27 kg
Life span–12–14 years
Recognition features
  • Square, medium-sized dog resembling a wild dog type
  • Erect, relatively short, broad ears set low
  • Thick brush-like tail curled over the back
  • Tan to chestnut coat with white markings and a blushing nose and ears
  • Lean, elegant build with long legs
  • Large erect ears
CoatDense, harsh and straight outer coat of short to medium length with a profuse undercoat; sand to red-brown, white, black or spotted, with or without mask.Short, glossy coat; tan to chestnut with white markings.
PurposeIsraeli primitive watch and security dog; alert and distrustful of strangers.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.