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- Lhasa Apso Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi: Overview
- Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Lhasa Apso
- The Popularity of Lhasa Apso versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi
- Do Lhasa Apsos shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi?
- Does the Lhasa Apso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Lhasa Apsos Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Lhasa Apso vs. Sloughi
- Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi?
- Are Lhasa Apsos good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Lhasa Apsos and Sloughis?
- Is the Lhasa Apso Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasa Apso
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Lhasa Apso Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi.
Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lhasa Apso is a tiny-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Lhasa Apso 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.
Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi
| Factor | Lhasa Apso | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 12 to 15 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1780 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1500 – $1996 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 70.4 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 71 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso is 79 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 not better or worse than the Lhasa Apso. So, you can get the Sloughi or the Lhasa Apso!
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 Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi
The Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi.
Lhasa Apsos weigh 12 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasa Apsos are 9 to 11 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 Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Lhasa Apsos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasa Apsos 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 Lhasa Apsos.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Lhasa Apso
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Lhasa Apso.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Lhasa Apso is 70.4 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 70.4 percent, the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 27 Lhasa Apsos and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Lhasa Apso is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Lhasa Apso is 71 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Lhasa Apso
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Lhasa Apso Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 63 | no data |
| 2014 | 67 | no data |
| 2015 | 65 | no data |
| 2016 | 71 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 77 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 71 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 78 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 78 | 189.0 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasa Apso versus Sloughi
Lhasa Apsos can be left alone for some time without problems.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Lhasa Apsos shed more than Sloughis?
Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi
Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi?
Lhasa Apsos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Lhasa Apso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Lhasa Apsos 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 Lhasa Apsos Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Lhasa Apsos 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 Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Lhasa Apso vs. Sloughi
Lhasa Apsos 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 Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Lhasa Apsos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Sloughis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi?
Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Lhasa Apsos good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Lhasa Apsos 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 Lhasa Apsos and Sloughis?
Lhasa Apsos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Lhasa Apso Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Lhasa Apso Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lhasa Apso or the Sloughi?
Lhasa Apsos 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 Lhasa Apso
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso:
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 Lhasa Apso and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lhasa Apso and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Lhasa Apso Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Bich Poo Sloughi versus Labrador Retriever Sloughi versus Tibetan Spaniel Sloughi versus Bernese Mountain Dog Sloughi versus English Springer Spaniel Sloughi versus Bull Terrier Sloughi versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sloughi versus Bullmastiff Sloughi versus Shiba Inu Sloughi versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Sloughi versus Akita Sloughi versus Brittany Sloughi versus American Water Spaniel Sloughi versus Portuguese Water Dog Sloughi versus Belgian Malinois Sloughi versus Sussex Spaniel Sloughi versus Chinese Shar-Pei Sloughi versus French Bulldog Sloughi versus Airedale Terrier Sloughi versus English Springer Spaniel Sloughi versus Shihpoo Sloughi versus Brittany Sloughi versus Dalmatian Sloughi versus Borzoi Sloughi versus Spanish Mastiff
Conclusion: Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.