Differences and Similarities between the Great Dane and the Sloughi.

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Great Dane Versus Sloughi: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane or the Sloughi.

Great Dane versus Sloughi: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Great Dane 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.

Great Dane versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Sloughi

Factor Great Dane Sloughi
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Weight 100 to 200 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Life Span 7 to 10 years 12 to 16 years
Average Lifespan 8.5 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1560 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $2000 No Data
Temperament Score 81.5 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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  • 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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    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 15 189

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Great Dane 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 Great Dane is 73 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 Great Dane. 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 Great Dane and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Sloughi

    Below is a list of where the Great Dane and the Sloughi are most different:

  • Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Sloughis adapt well to apartment living.
  • Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool. However, Sloughis do not have the tendency to drool.

    • The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Sloughi

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

  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Great Dane and the Sloughi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Sloughi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Dane and the Sloughi.

    Great Danes weigh 100 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Great Danes are 26 to 34 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 Great Dane versus Sloughi

    The lifespan of Great Danes is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Great Danes is 8.5 years.

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

    Sloughis live longer than Great Danes.

    Temperament of the Great Dane Versus the Sloughi

    The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Great Dane.

    This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Great Dane is 81.5 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 81.5 percent, the Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 314 Great Danes and 3 Sloughis.

    The Popularity of Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Sloughi over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Great Dane is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Great Dane is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Great Dane

    Popularity of Great Dane

    Popularity of Sloughi

    Popularity of Sloughi

    Year Great Dane Popularity Rank Sloughi Popularity Rank
    2013 16 no data
    2014 15 no data
    2015 15 no data
    2016 14 185.0
    2017 14 188.0
    2018 16 192.0
    2019 17 191.0
    2020 15 189.0

    Health Problems of Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 more genetic health problems than the Great Dane.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Great Dane.

    4 health tests are recommended for Great Dane while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Great Danes and in Sloughis.

    Great Dane Health Problems

    Great Danes are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Great Dane 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 Great Dane puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Great Dane 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 Great Danes for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Great Danes 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:

  • 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

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Sloughis here.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Sloughi

    Great Danes do not like to be left alone.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Great Danes shed more than Sloughis?

    Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Sloughi

    Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Sloughi?

    Great Danes are very easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    Great Danes 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 Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

    Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Sloughi

    Great Danes 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.

    Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Great Danes 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 Great Dane or the Sloughi?

    Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    Great Danes 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 Great Danes and Sloughis?

    Great Danes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    Great Danes are very easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Dane or the Sloughi?

    Great Danes 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 Great Dane

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Great Dane 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 Great Dane:

  • Flat-Coated Retriever (72 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Labrador Retriever (72 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Labrador Retriever.
  • Shiloh Shepherd (70 percent match with Great Dane). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Shiloh Shepherd.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Great Dane versus Afghan Hound     Great Dane versus Norwegian Lundehund     Great Dane versus Bordoodle     Great Dane versus Goldendoodle     Great Dane versus Portuguese Water Dog     Great Dane versus Black Mouth Cur     Great Dane versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Great Dane versus Labrador Retriever     Great Dane versus Beaglier     Great Dane versus Weimaraner     Great Dane versus American Water Spaniel     Great Dane versus Biewer Terrier     Great Dane versus Boxerdoodle     Great Dane versus Irish Terrier     Great Dane versus Black Mouth Cur     Great Dane versus Chinese Crested     Great Dane versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Great Dane versus Cavapoo     Great Dane versus Rottweiler     Great Dane versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Great Dane versus Bordoodle     Great Dane versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Great Dane versus Hovawart     Great Dane versus Afador     Great Dane versus Pyredoodle     

    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sloughi versus Mudi     Sloughi versus Saluki     Sloughi versus Irish Water Spaniel     Sloughi versus Field Spaniel     Sloughi versus Tibetan Mastiff     Sloughi versus Canaan Dog     Sloughi versus Schipperke     Sloughi versus Shihpoo     Sloughi versus Bearded Collie     Sloughi versus Puli     Sloughi versus Bulldog     Sloughi versus Black Mouth Cur     Sloughi versus Carolina Dog     Sloughi versus Dogo Argentino     Sloughi versus Fila Brasileiro     Sloughi versus Havanese     Sloughi versus Mudi     Sloughi versus Toy Poodle     Sloughi versus Lowchen     Sloughi versus Boxer     Sloughi versus German Longhaired Pointer     Sloughi versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Sloughi versus Scottish Terrier     Sloughi versus Welsh Terrier     Sloughi versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     

    Conclusion: Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.