Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Affenpinscher Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Affenpinscher versus Sloughi: Overview
- Affenpinscher versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Sloughi
- The Popularity of Affenpinscher versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Affenpinscher versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Sloughi
- How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Sloughis?
- Do Affenpinschers shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi
- Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Sloughi
- Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi?
- Does the Affenpinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi?
- Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Affenpinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Affenpinscher versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Affenpinscher Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Affenpinscher and for the Sloughi. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi
Affenpinscher versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenpinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Affenpinscher belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Sloughi belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Affenpinscher versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Affenpinscher to the Sloughi based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Affenpinscher | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 9 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $2220 | No Data |
| Price Range | $500 – $1962 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 147 | 189 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenpinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Sloughi. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Affenpinscher is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Sloughi is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Affenpinscher is a better pet than the Sloughi. So, you should get the Affenpinscher!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi
The Affenpinscher and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Affenpinscher versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi.
Affenpinschers weigh 7 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Affenpinschers are 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Sloughis weigh 40 to 63 pounds when fully grown. Sloughis are 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
The Popularity of Affenpinscher versus Popularity of Sloughi
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Affenpinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Affenpinscher is 147 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Affenpinscher
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Affenpinscher Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 143 | no data |
| 2014 | 144 | no data |
| 2015 | 136 | no data |
| 2016 | 149 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 147 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 148 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 151 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 163 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Affenpinscher versus Health Problems of Sloughi
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Sloughi is prone to more genetic health problems than the Affenpinscher.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Affenpinscher.
4 health tests are recommended for Affenpinscher while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Affenpinschers and in Sloughis.
Affenpinscher Health Problems
Affenpinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Affenpinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Affenpinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Affenpinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Affenpinschers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Affenpinschers here.
Sloughi Health Problems
Sloughis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Sloughi puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Sloughi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Sloughi breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Sloughis for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Sloughis here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Affenpinscher versus Sloughi
Affenpinschers do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
How Kid-friendly are Affenpinschers and Sloughis?
Affenpinschers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Do Affenpinschers shed more than Sloughis?
Affenpinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi
Affenpinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Affenpinscher Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Affenpinschers are not easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Do Affenpinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Affenpinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Sloughis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Affenpinscher vs. Sloughi
Affenpinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Sloughis have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Affenpinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Affenpinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Affenpinschers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Sloughis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi?
Affenpinschers are moderately easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Affenpinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Affenpinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Sloughis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi?
Affenpinschers are very good for new dog owners.
Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenpinscher or the Sloughi?
Affenpinschers get along very well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Is the Affenpinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Affenpinschers adapt very well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Are Affenpinschers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Affenpinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Sloughis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Affenpinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Sloughi that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Sloughi:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Affenpinscher that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Affenpinscher:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Affenpinscher and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Affenpinscher and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Affenpinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
Affenpinscher versus Border Terrier Affenpinscher versus Airedale Terrier Affenpinscher versus Goldador Affenpinscher versus Pomchi Affenpinscher versus Bich Poo Affenpinscher versus Labrador Retriever Affenpinscher versus Keeshond Affenpinscher versus Pomapoo Affenpinscher versus Irish Water Spaniel Affenpinscher versus Belgian Sheepdog
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Standard Schnauzer Sloughi versus Shiranian Sloughi versus Clumber Spaniel Sloughi versus King Shepherd Sloughi versus Spinone Italiano Sloughi versus Irish Terrier Sloughi versus Norwegian Lundehund Sloughi versus Kai Ken Sloughi versus Canaan Dog Sloughi versus English Toy Spaniel
Conclusion: Affenpinscher versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Affenpinscher and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.