Pharaoh Hound

Regal and majestic, the Pharaoh Hound can be traced back to ancient Egypt. They are fast and active making them great for sporting like lure coursing, agility, and flyball. A friendly breed they are known to "blush", nose and ears turn pink, when excited.

Health Tests Recommended for the Pharaoh Hound

If you are buying a Pharaoh Hound puppy you should make sure that your breeder has tested the parents and puppy for potential congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. illnesses.  The breeder should be able to provide you with the test results for both the parents and any results for puppies being sold.   Each test has different criteria and different types of results so you may want to review the results with a veterinarian if the breeder is unable to answer your questions on the results to your satisfaction.   By taking the time to discuss testing res

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Common Inherited Illnesses in the Pharaoh Hound

These are the most common inherited illnesses in Pharaoh Hounds.  Pharaoh Hounds can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding Pharaoh Hounds, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring. 

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