Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Greyhound Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Greyhound versus Sloughi: Overview
- Greyhound versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Greyhound versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Greyhound Versus the Sloughi
- The Popularity of Greyhound versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Greyhound versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Sloughi
- Do Greyhounds shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Sloughi?
- Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Sloughi
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Sloughi?
- Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Greyhounds and Sloughis?
- Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Greyhound versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Greyhound Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound or the Sloughi.
Greyhound versus Sloughi: Overview
Both the Greyhound and the Sloughi are similar in size. The Greyhound and the Sloughi are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Greyhound and the Sloughi are Hound Dogs. This means both the Greyhound and the Sloughi 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.
Greyhound versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Sloughi
| Factor | Greyhound | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 85 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $660 | No Data |
| Price Range | $500 – $800 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 79.7 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 149 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound. 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 Greyhound and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Greyhound and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Sloughi
The Greyhound and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greyhound and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greyhound and the Sloughi.
Greyhounds weigh 50 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Greyhounds are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho 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 Greyhound versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Greyhounds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds.
Temperament of the Greyhound Versus the Sloughi
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Greyhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Greyhound is 79.7 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 79.7 percent, the Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 69 Greyhounds and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Greyhound is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Greyhound is 149 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Greyhound
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Greyhound Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 148 | no data |
| 2014 | 147 | no data |
| 2015 | 147 | no data |
| 2016 | 151 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 156 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 145 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 162 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 142 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Greyhound.
2 health tests are recommended for Greyhound while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Greyhounds and in Sloughis.
Greyhound Health Problems
Greyhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Greyhound 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 Greyhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Greyhound 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 Greyhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Greyhounds 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: Greyhound versus Sloughi
Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Greyhounds shed more than Sloughis?
Greyhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Sloughi
Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Sloughi?
Greyhounds are very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Sloughi
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhound or the Sloughi?
Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds and Sloughis?
Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Greyhounds are very easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Greyhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greyhound or the Sloughi?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Greyhound 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 Greyhound:
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 Greyhound and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Greyhound and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Greyhound versus Welsh Terrier Greyhound versus American Eskimo Dog Greyhound versus Curly-Coated Retriever Greyhound versus Bearded Collie Greyhound versus Bouvier des Flandres Greyhound versus Shihpoo Greyhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Greyhound versus German Shorthaired Pointer Greyhound versus Shichon Greyhound versus Norwich Terrier Greyhound versus Labrador Retriever Greyhound versus English Setter Greyhound versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Greyhound versus Barbet Greyhound versus Norwegian Buhund Greyhound versus English Setter Greyhound versus Spinone Italiano Greyhound versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Greyhound versus Weimaraner Greyhound versus Golden Retriever Greyhound versus Pharaoh Hound Greyhound versus German Longhaired Pointer Greyhound versus Cesky Terrier Greyhound versus Brussels Griffon Greyhound versus Saint Berdoodle
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Catahoula Bulldog Sloughi versus American Eskimo Dog Sloughi versus Shihpoo Sloughi versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Sloughi versus Morkie Sloughi versus Kuvasz Sloughi versus Tibetan Terrier Sloughi versus Yorkshire Terrier Sloughi versus Coton de Tulear Sloughi versus Portuguese Water Dog Sloughi versus Affenpinscher Sloughi versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Sloughi versus Keeshond Sloughi versus Dutch Shepherd Sloughi versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Sloughi versus Catahoula Bulldog Sloughi versus Irish Wolfhound Sloughi versus Shih Tzu Sloughi versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Sloughi versus Pomsky Sloughi versus Standard Poodle Sloughi versus Borzoi Sloughi versus Ibizan Hound Sloughi versus Gordon Setter Sloughi versus Afador
Conclusion: Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.