Quick Links: Table of Contents
- German Wirehaired Pointer Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi: Overview
- German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the German Wirehaired Pointer
- The Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi
- Do German Wirehaired Pointers shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi?
- Does the German Wirehaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do German Wirehaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Wirehaired Pointer vs. Sloughi
- Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi?
- Are German Wirehaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are German Wirehaired Pointers and Sloughis?
- Is the German Wirehaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Wirehaired Pointer Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi.
German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi: Overview
Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi are similar in size. The German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi
| Factor | German Wirehaired Pointer | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 70 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $990 | No Data |
| Price Range | $800 – $1200 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 77.8 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 65 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer is 74 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 Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi
The German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi.
German Wirehaired Pointers weigh 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. German Wirehaired Pointers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the 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 Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi
The lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointers is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.
Sloughis live longer than German Wirehaired Pointers.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the German Wirehaired Pointer
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the German Wirehaired Pointer.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the German Wirehaired Pointer is 77.8 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 77.8 percent, the German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 18 German Wirehaired Pointers and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Wirehaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Wirehaired Pointer is 65 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | German Wirehaired Pointer Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 71 | no data |
| 2014 | 71 | no data |
| 2015 | 68 | no data |
| 2016 | 64 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 62 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 63 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 63 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 60 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer.
6 health tests are recommended for German Wirehaired Pointer while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Wirehaired Pointers and in Sloughis.
German Wirehaired Pointer Health Problems
German Wirehaired Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Wirehaired Pointers 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: German Wirehaired Pointer versus Sloughi
German Wirehaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do German Wirehaired Pointers shed more than Sloughis?
German Wirehaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi
German Wirehaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi?
German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the German Wirehaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
German Wirehaired Pointers 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.
Do German Wirehaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
German Wirehaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.
Sloughis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Wirehaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: German Wirehaired Pointer vs. Sloughi
German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Wirehaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.
Sloughis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi?
German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are German Wirehaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointers and Sloughis?
German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the German Wirehaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the German Wirehaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
German Wirehaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Sloughi?
German Wirehaired Pointers are OK for new dog owners.
Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer:
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 German Wirehaired Pointer and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Wirehaired Pointer and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
German Wirehaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Valley Bulldog Sloughi versus Swedish Vallhund Sloughi versus Papipoo Sloughi versus Bluetick Coonhound Sloughi versus Catahoula Bulldog Sloughi versus Bullmastiff Sloughi versus Bearded Collie Sloughi versus Bernese Mountain Dog Sloughi versus Great Dane Sloughi versus West Highland White Terrier Sloughi versus Goldador Sloughi versus Great Pyrenees Sloughi versus Akita Chow Sloughi versus Saint Berdoodle Sloughi versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Sloughi versus Bernedoodle Sloughi versus Beaglier Sloughi versus Coton de Tulear Sloughi versus Airedale Terrier Sloughi versus Irish Wolfhound Sloughi versus Icelandic Sheepdog Sloughi versus Portuguese Pointer Sloughi versus Toy Fox Terrier Sloughi versus Azawakh Sloughi versus Dachshund
Conclusion: German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.