Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Komondor Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Komondor versus Sloughi: Overview
- Komondor versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Komondor versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Komondor Versus the Sloughi
- The Popularity of Komondor versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Komondor versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Komondor versus Sloughi
- Do Komondors shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Sloughi?
- Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Komondors Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Sloughi
- Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Komondor or the Sloughi?
- Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Komondors and Sloughis?
- Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Komondor
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Komondor versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Komondor Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Komondor 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 Komondor 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 Komondor and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Komondor 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 Komondor 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 Komondor 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 Komondor or the Sloughi.
Komondor versus Sloughi: Overview
Both the Komondor and the Sloughi are similar in size. The Komondor and the Sloughi are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Komondor 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.
Komondor versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Komondor 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 Komondor and the Sloughi
| Factor | Komondor | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 80 to 100 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $840 | No Data |
| Price Range | $550 – $800 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 90.0 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 170 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Komondor 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 Komondor is 70 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 Komondor. 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 Komondor and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Komondor and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Sloughi
The Komondor and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Komondor and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Komondor and the Sloughi.
Komondors weigh 80 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Komondors are 25 to 27 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 Komondor versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Komondors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Komondors is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.
Sloughis live longer than Komondors.
Temperament of the Komondor Versus the Sloughi
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Komondor.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Komondor is 90.0 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 90.0 percent, the Komondor 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 Komondor and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 10 Komondors and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Komondor 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 Komondor and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Komondor is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Komondor is 170 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Komondor
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Komondor Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 159 | no data |
| 2014 | 168 | no data |
| 2015 | 163 | no data |
| 2016 | 177 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 163 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 173 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 181 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 178 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Komondor 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 Komondor 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 Komondor.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Komondor.
3 health tests are recommended for Komondor while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Komondors and in Sloughis.
Komondor Health Problems
Komondors are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Komondor 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 Komondor puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Komondor 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 Komondors for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Komondors 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: Komondor versus Sloughi
Komondors do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Komondors shed more than Sloughis?
Komondors shed moderately.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Sloughi
Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Sloughi?
Komondors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Komondors 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 Komondors Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Komondors 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 Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Sloughi
Komondors 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 Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Komondors 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 Komondor or the Sloughi?
Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Komondors 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 Komondors and Sloughis?
Komondors get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Komondors are very easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Komondor Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Komondor or the Sloughi?
Komondors 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 Komondor
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Komondor 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 Komondor:
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 Komondor and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Komondor and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds
Komondor versus Dalmatian Komondor versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Komondor versus Cocker Spaniel Komondor versus Bernese Mountain Dog Komondor versus Shiranian Komondor versus Puggle Komondor versus Bulldog Komondor versus Bloodhound Komondor versus Black Russian Terrier Komondor versus Borzoi Komondor versus Schipperke Komondor versus Whoodle Komondor versus Boston Terrier Komondor versus Mudi Komondor versus Border Collie Komondor versus Papillon Komondor versus Papipoo Komondor versus Shiba Inu Komondor versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Komondor versus Standard Poodle Komondor versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Komondor versus Rottweiler Komondor versus Basset Hound Komondor versus Bouvier des Flandres Komondor versus Basset Hound
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Shihpoo Sloughi versus Brittany Sloughi versus Fila Brasileiro Sloughi versus Akita Sloughi versus Miniature Pinscher Sloughi versus Chorkie Sloughi versus Miniature Pinscher Sloughi versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Sloughi versus Bulldog Sloughi versus Australian Shepherd Sloughi versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Sloughi versus Pug Sloughi versus Morkie Sloughi versus Akita Sloughi versus Giant Schnauzer Sloughi versus Miniature Pinscher Sloughi versus Bichon Frise Sloughi versus Bichon Frise Sloughi versus Lowchen Sloughi versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Sloughi versus Curly-Coated Retriever Sloughi versus Pomsky Sloughi versus Ibizan Hound Sloughi versus Ibizan Hound Sloughi versus Cockapoo
Conclusion: Komondor 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 Komondor and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.