Breed Comparison: German Longhaired Pointer Versus Sloughi

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German Longhaired Pointer Versus Sloughi: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Longhaired Pointer 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 German Longhaired Pointer 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 German Longhaired Pointer 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 German Longhaired Pointer or the Sloughi.

German Longhaired Pointer versus Sloughi: Overview

Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are similar in size. The German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are both large-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the German Longhaired Pointer 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 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.

German Longhaired Pointer versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Longhaired Pointer 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi

Factor German Longhaired Pointer Sloughi
Life Span 11 to 14 years 12 to 16 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 23 to 28 inches 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Weight 60 to 71 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 14.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data 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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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Longhaired Pointer 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 German Longhaired Pointer is 78 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 German Longhaired Pointer. 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi

    The German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are most similar:

  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of German Longhaired Pointer versus Sloughi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi.

    German Longhaired Pointers weigh 60 to 71 pounds when fully grown. German Longhaired Pointers are 23 to 28 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 German Longhaired Pointer versus Sloughi

    The lifespan of German Longhaired Pointers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Longhaired Pointers is 12.5 years.

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

    Sloughis live longer than German Longhaired Pointers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Longhaired Pointer versus Sloughi

    German Longhaired Pointers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do German Longhaired Pointers shed more than Sloughis?

    German Longhaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Sloughi

    German Longhaired Pointers drool moderately.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Sloughi?

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the German Longhaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    German Longhaired Pointers 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 German Longhaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

    German Longhaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Longhaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: German Longhaired Pointer vs. Sloughi

    German Longhaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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.

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Longhaired Pointers 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 German Longhaired Pointer or the Sloughi?

    German Longhaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are German Longhaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    German Longhaired Pointers 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 German Longhaired Pointers and Sloughis?

    German Longhaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    German Longhaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Sloughi?

    German Longhaired Pointers 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 German Longhaired Pointer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Longhaired Pointer 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 German Longhaired Pointer:

  • Aussiedoodle (78 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Aussiedoodle.
  • Black Mouth Cur (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Boxerdoodle.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Longhaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz     German Longhaired Pointer versus Collie     German Longhaired Pointer versus Rottweiler     German Longhaired Pointer versus Australian Cattle Dog     German Longhaired Pointer versus Airedale Terrier     German Longhaired Pointer versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     German Longhaired Pointer versus Labradoodle     German Longhaired Pointer versus Australian Kelpie     German Longhaired Pointer versus Sussex Spaniel     German Longhaired Pointer versus English Setter     German Longhaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Mastiff     German Longhaired Pointer versus Airedale Terrier     German Longhaired Pointer versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     German Longhaired Pointer versus Puli     German Longhaired Pointer versus American Bulldog     German Longhaired Pointer versus Puggle     German Longhaired Pointer versus Plott     German Longhaired Pointer versus Australian Terrier     German Longhaired Pointer versus Dogo Argentino     German Longhaired Pointer versus Carolina Dog     German Longhaired Pointer versus Norwich Terrier     German Longhaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     German Longhaired Pointer versus Yorkshire Terrier     German Longhaired Pointer versus Kishu Ken     German Longhaired Pointer versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     

    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sloughi versus Kai Ken     Sloughi versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Sloughi versus Silky Terrier     Sloughi versus King Shepherd     Sloughi versus Plott     Sloughi versus Kuvasz     Sloughi versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Sloughi versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Sloughi versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Sloughi versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Sloughi versus Airedale Terrier     Sloughi versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Sloughi versus Spinone Italiano     Sloughi versus Collie     Sloughi versus Chinese Crested     Sloughi versus Toy Poodle     Sloughi versus Cairn Terrier     Sloughi versus Miniature Poodle     Sloughi versus Bordoodle     Sloughi versus Lhasapoo     Sloughi versus Lakeland Terrier     Sloughi versus American Bulldog     Sloughi versus Toy Fox Terrier     Sloughi versus French Spaniel     Sloughi versus Norwegian Lundehund     

    Conclusion: German Longhaired Pointer 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.