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- Miniature Pinscher Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi: Overview
- Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Miniature Pinscher
- The Popularity of Miniature Pinscher versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Miniature Pinscher versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi
- Do Miniature Pinschers shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi?
- Does the Miniature Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Miniature Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Miniature Pinscher vs. Sloughi
- Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi?
- Are Miniature Pinschers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Miniature Pinschers and Sloughis?
- Is the Miniature Pinscher Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Miniature Pinscher Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi.
Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Miniature Pinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Miniature Pinscher 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.
Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi
| Factor | Miniature Pinscher | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 8 to 11 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1470 | No Data |
| Price Range | $825 – $1500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 82.5 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 67 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher. 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi
The Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi.
Miniature Pinschers weigh 8 to 11 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Pinschers are 10 to 12 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 Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.
Sloughis live longer than Miniature Pinschers.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Miniature Pinscher
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Miniature Pinscher.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Miniature Pinscher is 82.5 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 82.5 percent, the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 57 Miniature Pinschers and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Miniature Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Miniature Pinscher is 67 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Miniature Pinscher
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Miniature Pinscher Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 53 | no data |
| 2014 | 61 | no data |
| 2015 | 64 | no data |
| 2016 | 68 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 71 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 70 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 74 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 77 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Miniature Pinscher.
3 health tests are recommended for Miniature Pinscher while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Miniature Pinschers and in Sloughis.
Miniature Pinscher Health Problems
Miniature Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinschers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Miniature Pinschers 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: Miniature Pinscher versus Sloughi
Miniature Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Miniature Pinschers shed more than Sloughis?
Miniature Pinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi
Miniature Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi?
Miniature Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Miniature Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Miniature Pinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Miniature Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Miniature Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Miniature Pinscher vs. Sloughi
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi?
Miniature Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Miniature Pinschers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinschers and Sloughis?
Miniature Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Miniature Pinscher Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Miniature Pinschers are fairly easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Miniature Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Miniature Pinschers adapt very well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Miniature Pinscher or the Sloughi?
Miniature Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher:
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 Miniature Pinscher and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Miniature Pinscher and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Miniature Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Puggle Sloughi versus Lowchen Sloughi versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Sloughi versus Lagotto Romagnolo Sloughi versus Black Russian Terrier Sloughi versus Catahoula Bulldog Sloughi versus Doberman Pinscher Sloughi versus Braque du Bourbonnais Sloughi versus Chinese Crested Sloughi versus Kerry Blue Terrier Sloughi versus Curly-Coated Retriever Sloughi versus Havanese Sloughi versus Finnish Lapphund Sloughi versus Puli Sloughi versus Brittany Sloughi versus German Shepherd Dog Sloughi versus Patterdale Terrier Sloughi versus Bordoodle Sloughi versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Sloughi versus Belgian Tervuren Sloughi versus Australian Kelpie Sloughi versus Belgian Sheepdog Sloughi versus Lhasapoo Sloughi versus Mal Shi Sloughi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Conclusion: Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.