Longevity
Life expectancy
With a common life expectancy of 11 to 14 years, the Pharaoh Hound is one of the medium-sized dogs that can age in good conditions if its lifestyle, weight and veterinary follow-up remain appropriate. Regular activity and a well-balanced diet support its longevity.
Constitution
Is this a robust breed?
This breed generally shows good overall robustness and copes well with an active life. Its lean and athletic morphology mainly requires paying attention to the quality of the warm-up, maintaining good musculature, and protection against damp cold.
Things to watch for
What to look out for
Vigilance focuses mainly on body condition, sensitivities related to cold, and the prevention of injuries in a sporty dog. A standard veterinary follow-up, careful observation of the skin, and good lifestyle hygiene are often enough to keep this dog in shape.
Hip dysplasia: Like many dogs, the Pharaoh Hound may have a joint malformation that promotes pain and osteoarthritis, especially in cases of overweight.
Eye conditions: An ophthalmological examination of breeding dogs and monitoring of tearing or vision remain useful.
Otitis and skin allergies: Itching, redness, or dirty ears must be checked, especially if the dog works in cover.
Climate
Tolerance to cold and heat
The Pharaoh Hound tolerates heat very well when it has water, shade and suitable exertion, but it is clearly less comfortable in cold or damp weather. In winter, outings must be adjusted and additional protection may be useful for the most sensitive individuals.
Weight
Prone to weight gain
The Pharaoh Hound easily gains weight if it is too sedentary or overfed. The ribs must remain palpable. Weigh regularly and adjust the ration, especially after sterilization.
Everyday care
Good habits to keep your pet healthy
- Maintain a stable weight and good musculature.
- Adapt effort and recovery for this athletic dog.
- Protect the dog from damp cold and bad weather.
- Have regular veterinary check-ups and monitor the skin, paw pads and general condition.
Vaccination
Pharaoh Hound vaccinations: schedule
Which vaccines does a Pharaoh Hound need? Like all dogs, Pharaoh Hounds should receive their core vaccines from 8 weeks of age: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. Puppies receive their initial Pharaoh Hound vaccinations in several shots spaced 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on their lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may add vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary vaccination | First booster | Then | For whom? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All animals |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All animals |
RabiesDepending on lifestyle Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughDepending on lifestyle Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisDepending on lifestyle Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseDepending on lifestyle Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisDepending on lifestyle Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Pharaoh Hound booster shots are given annually for leptospirosis and rabies. For distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often enough after the first booster. Your veterinarian will tailor the schedule to your dog's actual risk.
Which boosters does your Pharaoh Hound need?
Enter your companion's age to see which vaccines are due now and when the next boosters are needed.
Choosing well
Adopting a healthy Pharaoh Hound
Before breeding, request the relevant evaluations (hips, elbows, eyes, heart depending on the line) and a recent clinical examination. For a companion Pharaoh Hound, an annual check-up with monitoring of weight, teeth and locomotion remains essential.
This information is for guidance only and doesn't replace advice from a veterinarian. If you have any concerns about your pet's health, consult a professional.
