Is the Pharaoh Hound or the Weimaraner better for families with children?

Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Weimaraner are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Pharaoh Hound or the Weimaraner?

The Weimaraner sheds more than the Pharaoh Hound. If shedding is a concern, the Pharaoh Hound is the lower-maintenance choice.

Which is easier to train, the Pharaoh Hound or the Weimaraner?

The Weimaraner is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.

Is Pharaoh Hound or Weimaraner bigger?

Pharaoh Hound and Weimaraner are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, Pharaoh Hound or Weimaraner?

Both bark a similar amount (medium).

Which is better for apartment living, Pharaoh Hound or Weimaraner?

For apartment or apartment living, Pharaoh Hound and Weimaraner are an even match — either can work well.

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Pharaoh Hound vs Weimaraner: full comparison

Trait	Pharaoh Hound	Weimaraner
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	Very High	Very High
Trainability	Medium	High
Friendliness	High	High
Good with children	High	High
Grooming needs	Very Low	Very Low
Shedding	Low	Medium
Barking	Medium	Medium
Protectiveness	Medium	Medium
Adaptability	Medium	Low
Typical lifespan	13 years	11 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The Pharaoh Hound is a large and powerful breed that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. By comparison, the Weimaraner is a large and powerful breed that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Pharaoh Hound is a canine athlete needing hard daily work and a purpose, or it turns restless. The Weimaraner is a canine athlete needing hard daily work and a purpose, or it turns restless. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The Pharaoh Hound is very easy to groom — an occasional brush is all it takes and drops very little hair. The Weimaraner is very easy to groom — an occasional brush is all it takes and sheds moderately, with heavier blowouts as the seasons turn. If low upkeep matters to you, factor this in — the difference adds up over a dog's lifetime.

Temperament, training and family life

The Pharaoh Hound picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, gives voice moderately, typically when something warrants it and suits families with children particularly well. The Weimaraner takes to training fast and works willingly, gives voice moderately, typically when something warrants it and suits families with children particularly well. On guarding instinct, Pharaoh Hound announces visitors but stops short of guarding, whereas Weimaraner announces visitors but stops short of guarding.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Pharaoh Hound and Weimaraner are an even match — either can work well.
For families with young children, Pharaoh Hound and Weimaraner are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Weimaraner has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, Pharaoh Hound and Weimaraner are an even match — either can work well.
For allergy sufferers, Pharaoh Hound has the edge, as it sheds less dander around the home.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Pharaoh Hound if you want a longer-lived breed, you want a more adaptable dog, or you want less shedding around the home.

Choose the Weimaraner if you want an easier dog to train.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Pharaoh Hound or the Weimaraner better for families with children?: Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Weimaraner are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Pharaoh Hound or the Weimaraner?: The Weimaraner sheds more than the Pharaoh Hound. If shedding is a concern, the Pharaoh Hound is the lower-maintenance choice.
Which is easier to train, the Pharaoh Hound or the Weimaraner?: The Weimaraner is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.
Is Pharaoh Hound or Weimaraner bigger?: Pharaoh Hound and Weimaraner are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, Pharaoh Hound or Weimaraner?: Both bark a similar amount (medium).
Which is better for apartment living, Pharaoh Hound or Weimaraner?: For apartment or apartment living, Pharaoh Hound and Weimaraner are an even match — either can work well.

Pharaoh Hound vs Weimaraner