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Elegant Pharaoh Hound female adult
The Pharaoh Hound is a breed of dog and the national hound of the Mediterranean nation of Malta. Its native name is Kelb tal-Fenek in Maltese, which means “rabbit hound”. The dog is the traditional hunting companion of Maltese outdoorsmen. The breed has no conclusive links with Ancient Egypt and its name in English is a 20th century fabrication. It has variously been classified as a member of the sighthound group, yet its fieldwork description clearly determines it as a hound.
Female little puppy - Pharaoh Hound
It is indigenous to the islands and as such remains rare outside of Malta. At first glance, the Pharaoh Hound should appear both graceful and elegant as well as powerful and athletic. Its build should be one of strength without bulkiness or excessive musculature. Its head is elegant without being fine or extreme.
Pharaoh Hound male adult
The skull should resemble a blunt wedge, and is long and chiseled with only a slight stop and a muzzle of good length. It stands between 21 to 25 inches at the withers and weighs between 40 to 60 lbs. Males are typically larger than females.
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