Comparison: Canarian Warren Hound and Pharaoh Hound

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

	Canarian Warren Hound	Pharaoh Hound
FCI group	5. Spitz and primitive types	5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of origin	Spain	Malta
Category	Large	Large
Height at withers	–	53–63 cm
Weight	–	18–27 kg
Life span	–	12–14 years
Recognition features	Slender, light, enduring dog of medium size with large erect ears Short smooth coat, red and white Low-set tail, appearing as an extension of the rump	Tan to chestnut coat with white markings and a blushing nose and ears Lean, elegant build with long legs Large erect ears
Coat	Smooth, short and dense coat; preferably red and white, red from orange to dark mahogany.	Short, glossy coat; tan to chestnut with white markings.
Purpose	Canary Islands rabbit hunter that works by scent, sight and hearing; he must neither bark nor catch game during scenting work.	A Maltese national breed used for rabbit hunting; resembles ancient Egyptian depictions.

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