Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Sloughi: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Sloughi
- The Popularity of Chinese Crested versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Chinese Crested versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Sloughi
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Sloughi?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Sloughi
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Sloughi?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Sloughis?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested or the Sloughi.
Chinese Crested versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chinese Crested 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.
Chinese Crested versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Sloughi
| Factor | Chinese Crested | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 76.5 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 75 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sloughi is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Sloughi. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
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 Chinese Crested and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi
The Chinese Crested and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 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.
Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.
Sloughis live longer than Chinese Cresteds.
Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Sloughi
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 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 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Sloughi has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinese Crested and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 34 Chinese Cresteds and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinese Crested is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinese Crested is 75 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Chinese Crested
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Chinese Crested Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 68 | no data |
| 2014 | 65 | no data |
| 2015 | 75 | no data |
| 2016 | 77 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 79 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 79 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 80 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 79 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Chinese Crested versus Health Problems of Sloughi
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested is prone to more genetic health problems than the Sloughi.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Chinese Crested than for the Sloughi.
8 health tests are recommended for Chinese Crested while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chinese Cresteds and in Sloughis.
Chinese Crested Health Problems
Chinese Cresteds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Cresteds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chinese Cresteds 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: Chinese Crested versus Sloughi
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Sloughis?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Sloughi
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Sloughi?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Sloughis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Sloughi
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Sloughi?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds and Sloughis?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Sloughi?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Yorkipoo Chinese Crested versus Labradoodle Chinese Crested versus Australian Terrier Chinese Crested versus Chinese Shar-Pei Chinese Crested versus Golden Retriever Chinese Crested versus Greyhound Chinese Crested versus Alaskan Malamute Chinese Crested versus Afghan Hound Chinese Crested versus Mal Shi Chinese Crested versus Neapolitan Mastiff Chinese Crested versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Chinese Crested versus Beagle Chinese Crested versus Pomsky Chinese Crested versus Mal Shi Chinese Crested versus Sealyham Terrier Chinese Crested versus Spinone Italiano Chinese Crested versus Xoloitzcuintli Chinese Crested versus Alaskan Malamute Chinese Crested versus American Foxhound Chinese Crested versus Goldendoodle Chinese Crested versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Chinese Crested versus Clumber Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Skye Terrier Chinese Crested versus Bedlington Terrier Chinese Crested versus Harrier
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Mountain Cur Sloughi versus Finnish Spitz Sloughi versus Carolina Dog Sloughi versus Pug Sloughi versus Irish Wolfhound Sloughi versus Whippet Sloughi versus Pointer Sloughi versus Shih Tzu Sloughi versus Basset Hound Sloughi versus Papipoo Sloughi versus Kishu Ken Sloughi versus Shiba Inu Sloughi versus Papipoo Sloughi versus Ibizan Hound Sloughi versus Cockalier Sloughi versus English Cocker Spaniel Sloughi versus Patterdale Terrier Sloughi versus Berger Picard Sloughi versus Mudi Sloughi versus Saint Bernard Sloughi versus Xoloitzcuintli Sloughi versus Australian Shepherd Sloughi versus Shetland Sheepdog Sloughi versus Cavapoo Sloughi versus Kishu Ken
Conclusion: Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.