Breed Comparison: Karelian Bear Dog Versus Sloughi

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Karelian Bear Dog Versus Sloughi: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog or the Sloughi.

Karelian Bear Dog versus Sloughi: Overview

A very important difference between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Karelian Bear Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Karelian Bear Dog 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.

Karelian Bear Dog versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi

Factor Karelian Bear Dog Sloughi
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 12 to 16 years
Height 19 to 24 inches 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Weight 44 to 50 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1350 No Data
Price Range $1400 – $1400 No Data
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 100.0 percent
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 Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog is 66 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 Karelian Bear Dog. 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi

    Below is a list of where the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are most different:

  • Karelian Bear Dogs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Sloughis get along well with other dogs.
  • Karelian Bear Dogs can tolerate cold weather. However, Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    • The Similarities Between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi

    The Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are most similar:

  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are not easy to train.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi are very playful.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Karelian Bear Dog versus Sloughi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi.

    Karelian Bear Dogs weigh 44 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Karelian Bear Dogs are 19 to 24 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 Karelian Bear Dog versus Sloughi

    The lifespan of Karelian Bear Dogs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Karelian Bear Dogs is 11.5 years.

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

    Sloughis live longer than Karelian Bear Dogs.

    Temperament of the Karelian Bear Dog Versus the Sloughi

    The Karelian Bear Dog has the same temperament score as the Sloughi.

    This is because the temperament score for the Karelian Bear Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 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 100.0 percent, the Karelian Bear Dog has an above-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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 3 Karelian Bear Dogs and 3 Sloughis.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Karelian Bear Dog versus Sloughi

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Karelian Bear Dogs shed more than Sloughis?

    Karelian Bear Dogs shed moderately.

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Sloughi

    Karelian Bear Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Sloughi?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Karelian Bear Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    Karelian Bear Dogs 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 Karelian Bear Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

    Karelian Bear Dogs 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 Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Karelian Bear Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Karelian Bear Dog vs. Sloughi

    Karelian Bear Dogs 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 Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Karelian Bear Dogs 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 Karelian Bear Dog or the Sloughi?

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Karelian Bear Dogs good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    Karelian Bear Dogs 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 Karelian Bear Dogs and Sloughis?

    Karelian Bear Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Karelian Bear Dog Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are not easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Karelian Bear Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Sloughi?

    Karelian Bear Dogs 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 Karelian Bear Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog:

  • Mountain Cur (77 percent match with Karelian Bear Dog). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Mountain Cur.
  • Treeing Walker Coonhound (76 percent match with Karelian Bear Dog). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Treeing Walker Coonhound.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Karelian Bear Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Karelian Bear Dog versus Pomapoo     Karelian Bear Dog versus Coton de Tulear     Karelian Bear Dog versus Saluki     Karelian Bear Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Karelian Bear Dog versus Afghan Hound     Karelian Bear Dog versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Dogo Argentino     Karelian Bear Dog versus Saint Bernard     Karelian Bear Dog versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Brittany     Karelian Bear Dog versus American Bulldog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Karelian Bear Dog versus American Foxhound     Karelian Bear Dog versus Dogo Argentino     Karelian Bear Dog versus Bedlington Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Pharaoh Hound     Karelian Bear Dog versus Puggle     Karelian Bear Dog versus Border Collie     Karelian Bear Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Norwegian Lundehund     Karelian Bear Dog versus Norwegian Lundehund     Karelian Bear Dog versus Fila Brasileiro     Karelian Bear Dog versus Norwegian Buhund     Karelian Bear Dog versus Boston Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Bordoodle     

    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sloughi versus Bolognese     Sloughi versus Alaskan Malamute     Sloughi versus Sheepadoodle     Sloughi versus Pug     Sloughi versus American Bulldog     Sloughi versus Miniature Pinscher     Sloughi versus Maremma Sheepdog     Sloughi versus Dalmatian     Sloughi versus Doberman Pinscher     Sloughi versus Gordon Setter     Sloughi versus Redbone Coonhound     Sloughi versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Sloughi versus Scottish Deerhound     Sloughi versus Kuvasz     Sloughi versus Dachshund     Sloughi versus Clumber Spaniel     Sloughi versus Skye Terrier     Sloughi versus Bolognese     Sloughi versus Bullmastiff     Sloughi versus Boston Terrier     Sloughi versus Border Terrier     Sloughi versus Brussels Griffon     Sloughi versus Norwegian Lundehund     Sloughi versus Mountain Cur     Sloughi versus Estrela Mountain Dog     

    Conclusion: Karelian Bear Dog 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.