Pharaoh Hound
Large dog breeds
Origin: | Malta |
Size Type: | Large dog breeds |
Height: | 23-25 inches (58-64 cm) |
Weight: | 18-23 kg |
Form of ear: | Wingnut |
Form of a tail: | Contact Hosoo |
Life span: | 11-14 years |
Japanese Site: | Pharaoh Hound |
Overview
In 4000 BC the ancient Egyptian ruins, paintings of dogs had been left in this dog was similar. The hands of Phoenician merchants, Gozo and Malta, which is said to have brought something to the dog's head or Sicily. At that time, the people of Gozo "Rabbit Dog" was called. Were imported to England in 1968, the eight head slightly, the UK Kennel Club in the dogs "Pharaoh Hound" was registered. Was approved in the United States in 1983 Pharaoh Hound is that only recently.
Characteristics
But it is a long slender body, the abdomen is slightly rolled up. Flat, triangular head, large ears upright in a high position, longer than frontal proboscis. The tail is long and curved when excited, but would rather not be wound back. Toes are in the hands of a small cat like a toe. Short shiny coat. Amber eye color, nose leather is pinkish-brown.
Temperament
The vivacious personality is quiet and play nice with the kids. I love this dog exercise, ideal environment to breed in the suburbs, preferably young owners. Demonstrate this dog hunt instinct, because they may catch and chasing rabbits and cats in the neighborhood, requires caution. In apartments, breeding is inappropriate.
Color
Slightly darker tan. White tail tip, the tip of the anterior chest and limbs into star-shaped white markings. The center of the frontal lobe, thin white lines.
How to Care & How to Train
Care of Court, either short daily massage coarse cloth, simply brushing.
Exercise
Prolonged exercise and put the lead argument, there must be movement sometimes make someone rush outdoors.
Disease to be careful
Renal dysfunction, arthritis
Disease that can be seen occasionally
None
Inspection want to
None