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- Chow Chow Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Chow Chow versus Sloughi: Overview
- Chow Chow versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Chow Chow versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Chow Chow
- The Popularity of Chow Chow versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Chow Chow versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chow Chow versus Sloughi
- Do Chow Chows shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Sloughi?
- Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Sloughi
- Can Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Sloughi?
- Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Sloughis?
- Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chow Chow versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chow Chow Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow or the Sloughi.
Chow Chow versus Sloughi: Overview
Both the Chow Chow and the Sloughi are similar in size. The Chow Chow and the Sloughi are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Chow Chow belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
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.
Chow Chow versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Sloughi
| Factor | Chow Chow | Sloughi |
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| Kid-Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 70 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1750 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 71.7 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 74 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sloughi is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sloughi is a better pet than the Chow Chow. So, you should get the Sloughi!
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 Chow Chow and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Chow Chow and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Sloughi
The Chow Chow and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chow Chow and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chow Chow and the Sloughi.
Chow Chows weigh 40 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chow Chows are 17 to 20 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 Chow Chow versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Chow Chows is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Chow Chow
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Chow Chow.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Chow Chow is 71.7 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 71.7 percent, the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 99 Chow Chows and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chow Chow is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chow Chow is 74 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Chow Chow
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Chow Chow Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 70 | no data |
| 2014 | 70 | no data |
| 2015 | 73 | no data |
| 2016 | 74 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 76 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 75 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 77 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 84 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 the same number of genetic health problems as the Chow Chow.
6 health tests are recommended for Chow Chow while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chow Chows and in Sloughis.
Chow Chow Health Problems
Chow Chows are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chow Chow 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 Chow Chows for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chow Chows 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: Chow Chow versus Sloughi
Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chow Chows shed more than Sloughis?
Chow Chows do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Sloughi
Chow Chows drool moderately.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Sloughi?
Chow Chows require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Chow Chows 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.
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 Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chow Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Sloughi
Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chow Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Sloughis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Sloughi?
Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Sloughis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Sloughis?
Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Chow Chows are not easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chow Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Chow Chows adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chow Chow or the Sloughi?
Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow:
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 Chow Chow and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chow Chow and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Chow Chow Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chow Chow versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Chow Chow versus King Shepherd Chow Chow versus Barbet Chow Chow versus Shiloh Shepherd Chow Chow versus Great Dane Chow Chow versus Bouvier des Flandres Chow Chow versus Kerry Blue Terrier Chow Chow versus Maremma Sheepdog Chow Chow versus American Water Spaniel Chow Chow versus Maltese Chow Chow versus Shih Tzu Chow Chow versus Aussiedoodle Chow Chow versus German Shorthaired Pointer Chow Chow versus Pomapoo Chow Chow versus Japanese Chin Chow Chow versus Aussiedoodle Chow Chow versus Pyrenean Mastiff Chow Chow versus Labrador Retriever Chow Chow versus Shichon Chow Chow versus American Foxhound Chow Chow versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Chow Chow versus German Shepherd Dog Chow Chow versus Icelandic Sheepdog Chow Chow versus Lakeland Terrier Chow Chow versus Pomapoo
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Maltipoo Sloughi versus Tibetan Mastiff Sloughi versus Great Dane Sloughi versus Kerry Blue Terrier Sloughi versus Giant Schnauzer Sloughi versus Border Collie Sloughi versus Jack Russell Terrier Sloughi versus Yorkipoo Sloughi versus Collie Sloughi versus Afador Sloughi versus Barbet Sloughi versus Chihuahua Sloughi versus Alaskan Malamute Sloughi versus Italian Greyhound Sloughi versus Toy Poodle Sloughi versus Bernedoodle Sloughi versus Valley Bulldog Sloughi versus Belgian Tervuren Sloughi versus Cocker Spaniel Sloughi versus Redbone Coonhound Sloughi versus German Wirehaired Pointer Sloughi versus Border Collie Sloughi versus Borzoi Sloughi versus English Cocker Spaniel Sloughi versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Conclusion: Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.