Comparison: Ibizan Podenco and Pharaoh Hound

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

Ibizan Podenco
Photo: Colin West, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Pharaoh Hound
Photo: Frank Vincentz, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Ibizan PodencoPharaoh Hound
FCI group5. Spitz and primitive types5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of originSpainMalta
CategoryLargeLarge
Height at withers–53–63 cm
Weight–18–27 kg
Life span–12–14 years
Recognition features
  • Slender, elegant dog with long muzzle and large erect ears
  • Smooth, rough or long coat in white and red
  • Pale amber eyes and a light elastic gait
  • Tan to chestnut coat with white markings and a blushing nose and ears
  • Lean, elegant build with long legs
  • Large erect ears
CoatSmooth, rough or long (at least 5 cm); preferably white and red, or entirely white or red.Short, glossy coat; tan to chestnut with white markings.
PurposeHunting dog for rabbits without guns, by day and night and in packs; uses scent and hearing more than sight.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.