Which is Better between the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi? A Very Detailed Review.

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Fila Brasileiro Versus Sloughi: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro or the Sloughi

Fila Brasileiro versus Sloughi: Overview

A very important difference between the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Fila Brasileiro is a giant-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Fila Brasileiro 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.

Fila Brasileiro versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro Sloughi
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 3/5
Height 24 to 30 inches 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 12 to 16 years
Weight 90 to 180 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1270 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1400 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
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Sloughi is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sloughi is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi

    Below is a list of where the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi are most different:

  • Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Sloughis adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi

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

  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi are not easy to train.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi not very playful.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Fila Brasileiro versus Sloughi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi.

    Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 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.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Fila Brasileiro or the Sloughi?

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Fila Brasileiro or the Sloughi?

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Fila Brasileiros shed more than Sloughis?

    Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Fila Brasileiro versus Sloughi

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

    Are Fila Brasileiros good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Fila Brasileiros and Sloughis?

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Which one drools more, the Fila Brasileiro or the Sloughi

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Fila Brasileiros Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Sloughis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Fila Brasileiro vs. Sloughi

    Fila Brasileiros have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Sloughis have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Fila Brasileiro or the Sloughi?

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Fila Brasileiro Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

    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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro:

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Boerboel.

    • 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 Fila Brasileiro vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Ibizan Hound (79 percent match with Sloughi). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Ibizan Hound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Fila Brasileiro versus Maremma Sheepdog     Fila Brasileiro versus King Shepherd     Fila Brasileiro versus Greyhound     Fila Brasileiro versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Fila Brasileiro versus Newfoundland     Fila Brasileiro versus Basset Hound     Fila Brasileiro versus Welsh Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Shih Tzu     Fila Brasileiro versus Lhasapoo     

    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sloughi versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Sloughi versus Border Terrier     Sloughi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Sloughi versus Whippet     Sloughi versus Shihpoo     Sloughi versus Lakeland Terrier     Sloughi versus Finnish Spitz     Sloughi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Sloughi versus Korean Jindo Dog     Sloughi versus Redbone Coonhound     

    Conclusion: Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.