Differences and Similarities between the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi.

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Japanese Spitz Versus Sloughi: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz or the Sloughi.

Japanese Spitz versus Sloughi: Overview

A very important difference between the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Japanese Spitz is a small-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Japanese Spitz belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

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.

Japanese Spitz versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi

Factor Japanese Spitz Sloughi
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 16 inches 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 16 years 12 to 16 years
Weight 11 to 20 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1600 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2000 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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz is 90 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sloughi is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Sloughi. So, you should get the Japanese Spitz!

    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 Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi

    Below is a list of where the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are most different:

  • Japanese Spitzs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Sloughis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi

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

  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are very easy to train.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi are very playful.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Japanese Spitz versus Sloughi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi.

    Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 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 Japanese Spitz versus Sloughi

    The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Sloughi

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Sloughis?

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Sloughi

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Japanese Spitz or the Sloughi?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Japanese Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    Japanese Spitzs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

    Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Sloughi

    Japanese Spitzs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitz or the Sloughi?

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs and Sloughis?

    Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Japanese Spitz or the Sloughi?

    Japanese Spitzs are very good for new dog owners.

    Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Spitz

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bordoodle (81 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Bordoodle.
  • Dutch Shepherd (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Dutch 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 Japanese Spitz vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Ibizan Hound (79 percent match with Sloughi). Here is our comparison of the Japanese Spitz vs Ibizan Hound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Spitz versus Tibetan Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Shih Tzu     Japanese Spitz versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Japanese Spitz versus Goldador     Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Poodle     Japanese Spitz versus Ibizan Hound     Japanese Spitz versus Golden Retriever     Japanese Spitz versus Brittany     Japanese Spitz versus Fila Brasileiro     Japanese Spitz versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Japanese Spitz versus Spinone Italiano     Japanese Spitz versus Boykin Spaniel     Japanese Spitz versus Bichon Frise     Japanese Spitz versus Dutch Shepherd     Japanese Spitz versus German Shepherd Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Berger Picard     Japanese Spitz versus French Spaniel     Japanese Spitz versus Great Pyrenees     Japanese Spitz versus Keeshond     Japanese Spitz versus Bolognese     Japanese Spitz versus American Bulldog     Japanese Spitz versus Bearded Collie     Japanese Spitz versus Beagle     Japanese Spitz versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     

    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sloughi versus American Hairless Terrier     Sloughi versus Bullmastiff     Sloughi versus Mudi     Sloughi versus Yorkipoo     Sloughi versus Boston Terrier     Sloughi versus Pomapoo     Sloughi versus Tibetan Spaniel     Sloughi versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Sloughi versus Portuguese Pointer     Sloughi versus Maltipoo     Sloughi versus Maremma Sheepdog     Sloughi versus Airedale Terrier     Sloughi versus Cavapoo     Sloughi versus Redbone Coonhound     Sloughi versus Dogo Argentino     Sloughi versus Affenhuahua     Sloughi versus Norwegian Lundehund     Sloughi versus Pharaoh Hound     Sloughi versus Norfolk Terrier     Sloughi versus Weimaraner     Sloughi versus Skye Terrier     Sloughi versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Sloughi versus Collie     Sloughi versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Sloughi versus Maltipoo     

    Conclusion: Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.