A Detailed Comparison of the Bich Poo and the Sloughi.

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Bich Poo Versus Sloughi: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bich Poo and the Sloughi? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bich Poo 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 Bich Poo and the Sloughi.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bich Poo 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 Bich Poo 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bich Poo 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 Bich Poo or the Sloughi.

Bich Poo versus Sloughi: Overview

A very important difference between the Bich Poo and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bich Poo is a small-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Bich Poo versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bich Poo 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bich Poo and the Sloughi

Factor Bich Poo Sloughi
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 16 years
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 6 to 17 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Height 9 to 15 inches 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 14.0 years
Average Price $2230 No Data
Price Range $1600 – $2600 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Exam by a veterinarian with Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Specialty of Cardiology
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination by a board certified ACVO Ophthalmologist- minimum age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bich Poo 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 the Bich Poo is 88 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sloughi is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the Sloughi. So, you should get the Bich Poo!

    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 Bich Poo and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bich Poo and the Sloughi

    Below is a list of where the Bich Poo and the Sloughi are most different:

  • Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Sloughis are very easy to groom.
  • Bich Poos are good for new dog owners. However, Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Bich Poo and the Sloughi

    The Bich Poo and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bich Poo and the Sloughi are most similar:

  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Bich Poo and the Sloughi get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Bich Poo versus Sloughi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bich Poo and the Sloughi.

    Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches 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.

    Lifespan of Bich Poo versus Sloughi

    The lifespan of Bich Poos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bich Poos is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.

    Sloughis live longer than Bich Poos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bich Poo versus Sloughi

    Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Bich Poos shed more than Sloughis?

    Bich Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bich Poo or the Sloughi

    Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bich Poo or the Sloughi?

    Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bich Poo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    Bich Poos 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.

    Do Bich Poos Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

    Bich Poos 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.

    Can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bich Poo vs. Sloughi

    Bich Poos 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 Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.

    Sloughis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bich Poo or the Sloughi?

    Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bich Poos good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Sloughis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bich Poos and Sloughis?

    Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bich Poo Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    Bich Poos are very easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bich Poo Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bich Poo or the Sloughi?

    Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bich Poo 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 Bich Poo:

  • Bichon Frise (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Bichon Frise.
  • Miniature Poodle (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Miniature Poodle.
  • Toy Poodle (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi

    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:

  • Bracco Italiano (78 percent match with Sloughi). Here is our comparison of the Bich Poo vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Ibizan Hound (79 percent match with Sloughi). Here is our comparison of the Bich Poo vs Ibizan Hound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Bich Poo and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Bich Poo and of the Sloughi to other breeds:

    Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Bich Poo versus Dogo Argentino     Bich Poo versus Tibetan Spaniel     Bich Poo versus Irish Water Spaniel     Bich Poo versus Bedlington Terrier     Bich Poo versus Finnish Spitz     Bich Poo versus Australian Cattle Dog     Bich Poo versus Border Terrier     Bich Poo versus Bernedoodle     Bich Poo versus Brussels Griffon     Bich Poo versus Mal Shi     Bich Poo versus Maltipoo     Bich Poo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Bich Poo versus Giant Schnauzer     Bich Poo versus Bolognese     Bich Poo versus Shihpoo     Bich Poo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Bich Poo versus Boston Terrier     Bich Poo versus Border Terrier     Bich Poo versus Afghan Hound     Bich Poo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Bich Poo versus Akbash     Bich Poo versus English Cocker Spaniel     Bich Poo versus American Hairless Terrier     Bich Poo versus English Setter     Bich Poo versus Shiranian     

    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sloughi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Sloughi versus Coton de Tulear     Sloughi versus Bloodhound     Sloughi versus Pyredoodle     Sloughi versus Dogo Argentino     Sloughi versus Yorkshire Terrier     Sloughi versus Biewer Terrier     Sloughi versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Sloughi versus Sealyham Terrier     Sloughi versus Gordon Setter     Sloughi versus Basset Hound     Sloughi versus Papipoo     Sloughi versus Canaan Dog     Sloughi versus Portuguese Water Dog     Sloughi versus Airedale Terrier     Sloughi versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Sloughi versus Dogo Argentino     Sloughi versus Whippet     Sloughi versus Hovawart     Sloughi versus Bich Poo     Sloughi versus Shiloh Shepherd     Sloughi versus Great Dane     Sloughi versus Airedale Terrier     Sloughi versus Scottish Deerhound     Sloughi versus Irish Terrier     

    Conclusion: Bich Poo 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 Bich Poo and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.