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- Boykin Spaniel Versus Saluki: Introduction
- Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki: Overview
- Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki
- The Similarities Between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki
- Size (Weight and Height) of Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki
- Lifespan of Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki
- Temperament of the Saluki Versus the Boykin Spaniel
- Price of Boykin Spaniel versus Price of Saluki
- The Popularity of Boykin Spaniel versus Popularity of Saluki
- Tolerates Being Alone: Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki
- Do Boykin Spaniels shed more than Salukis?
- Which one drools more, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki?
- Does the Boykin Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
- Do Boykin Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
- Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Boykin Spaniel vs. Saluki
- Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki?
- Are Boykin Spaniels good family dogs? What about Salukis?
- How Kid-friendly are Boykin Spaniels and Salukis?
- Is the Boykin Spaniel Easier to Train than the Saluki?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Boykin Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki. Which One is a Better Pet?
Boykin Spaniel Versus Saluki: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki? 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki 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 Boykin Spaniel and for the Saluki. 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki.
Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki: Overview
A very important difference between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized dog while the Saluki is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Boykin Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Saluki 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.
Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Boykin Spaniel to the Saluki 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki
| Factor | Boykin Spaniel | Saluki |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Height | 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 40 pounds | 35 to 70 pounds |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1130 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $962 – $1450 | $2250 – $2250 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 68.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 102 | 127 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boykin Spaniel 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 Saluki. 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 Boykin Spaniel is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saluki is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saluki is a better pet than the Boykin Spaniel. So, you should get the Saluki!
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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki
Below is a list of where the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki are most different:
The Similarities Between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki
The Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki.
Boykin Spaniels weigh 25 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Boykin Spaniels are 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki
The lifespan of Boykin Spaniels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniels is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.
Salukis live longer than Boykin Spaniels.
Temperament of the Saluki Versus the Boykin Spaniel
The Boykin Spaniel has a better temperament than the Saluki.
This is because the temperament score for the Boykin Spaniel is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Saluki is 68.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Boykin Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 68.7 percent, the Saluki has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki by measuring the temperaments of 2 Boykin Spaniels and 67 Salukis.
Price of Boykin Spaniel versus Price of Saluki
The average price of the Boykin Spaniel puppy is $1130. The price of the Boykin Spaniel typically ranges from $962 – $1450. However, the price of a Boykin Spaniel can be as low as $100 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 82 Boykin Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Saluki puppy is $2250. The price of the Saluki typically ranges from $2250 – $2250. However, the price of the Saluki can be as low as $2250 and as high as $2250. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Saluki puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Saluki is more expensive than the Boykin Spaniel.
| Boykin Spaniel | Saluki | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1130 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $962 to $1450 | $2250 to $2250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Boykin Spaniel and Saluki. For different price points, the charts show how many Boykin Spaniel puppies or how many Saluki puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Boykin Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Salukis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Boykin Spaniel puppy or the Saluki puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
The Popularity of Boykin Spaniel versus Popularity of Saluki
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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Boykin Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Saluki. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Boykin Spaniel is 102 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Saluki is 127 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Boykin Spaniel
Popularity of Saluki
| Year | Boykin Spaniel Popularity Rank | Saluki Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 121 | 115 |
| 2014 | 108 | 134 |
| 2015 | 107 | 132 |
| 2016 | 110 | 125 |
| 2017 | 98 | 123 |
| 2018 | 100 | 120 |
| 2019 | 89 | 125 |
| 2020 | 87 | 144 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki
Boykin Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.
Salukis do not like to be left alone.
Do Boykin Spaniels shed more than Salukis?
Boykin Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Salukis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki
Boykin Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki?
Boykin Spaniels require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Salukis are very easy to groom.
Does the Boykin Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
Boykin Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Salukis 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 Boykin Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
Boykin Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.
Salukis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Boykin Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Boykin Spaniel vs. Saluki
Boykin Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Boykin Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Salukis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki?
Boykin Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Salukis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Boykin Spaniels good family dogs? What about Salukis?
Boykin Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Salukis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Boykin Spaniels and Salukis?
Boykin Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Salukis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Boykin Spaniel Easier to Train than the Saluki?
Boykin Spaniels are very easy to train.
Salukis are very easy to train.
Is the Boykin Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?
Boykin Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saluki?
Boykin Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.
Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Boykin Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saluki 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 Saluki:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Boykin Spaniel and how the Saluki compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Boykin Spaniel and of the Saluki to other breeds:
Boykin Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Boykin Spaniel versus Boerboel Boykin Spaniel versus Dachshund Boykin Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier Boykin Spaniel versus Maltese Boykin Spaniel versus Black Russian Terrier Boykin Spaniel versus Catahoula Bulldog Boykin Spaniel versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Boykin Spaniel versus Estrela Mountain Dog Boykin Spaniel versus Miniature Pinscher Boykin Spaniel versus Affenhuahua Boykin Spaniel versus Pyrenean Mastiff Boykin Spaniel versus Welsh Terrier Boykin Spaniel versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Boykin Spaniel versus Vizsla Boykin Spaniel versus Spanish Mastiff Boykin Spaniel versus Afghan Hound Boykin Spaniel versus Scottish Terrier Boykin Spaniel versus Chinook Boykin Spaniel versus French Spaniel Boykin Spaniel versus Kishu Ken Boykin Spaniel versus Schnoodle Boykin Spaniel versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Boykin Spaniel versus Whippet Boykin Spaniel versus Karelian Bear Dog Boykin Spaniel versus Aussiedoodle
Saluki Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saluki versus Korean Jindo Dog Saluki versus Affenhuahua Saluki versus Black Mouth Cur Saluki versus Giant Schnauzer Saluki versus Chow Chow Saluki versus Braque du Bourbonnais Saluki versus Sheepadoodle Saluki versus Goldendoodle Saluki versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Saluki versus Westiepoo Saluki versus Black Mouth Cur Saluki versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Saluki versus Boston Terrier Saluki versus Dalmatian Saluki versus Norwich Terrier Saluki versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Saluki versus Chi-Poo Saluki versus Sheepadoodle Saluki versus Cavapoo Saluki versus West Highland White Terrier Saluki versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Saluki versus Dachshund Saluki versus Golden Retriever Saluki versus Saint Bernard Saluki versus Coton de Tulear
Conclusion: Boykin Spaniel versus Saluki. 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saluki better suits you and your family.