Differences and Similarities between the Morkie and the Sloughi.

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Morkie Versus Sloughi: Introduction

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

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

Morkie versus Sloughi: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Morkie versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Morkie 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 Morkie and the Sloughi

Factor Morkie Sloughi
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 16 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Height 4 to 8 inches 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 7 to 13 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1950 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2381 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 Morkie 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 Morkie is 74 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 Morkie. 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 Morkie and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Sloughi

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

  • Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Sloughis are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Sloughi

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

  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Morkie 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 Morkie and the Sloughi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Morkie and the Sloughi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Sloughi

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

    Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 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 Morkie versus Sloughi

    The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies 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 Morkies.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Sloughi

    Morkies do not like to be left alone.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Morkies shed more than Sloughis?

    Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Sloughi

    Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Sloughi?

    Morkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    Morkies 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 Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

    Morkies 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 Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Sloughi

    Morkies 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 Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Morkies 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 Morkie or the Sloughi?

    Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    Morkies 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 Morkies and Sloughis?

    Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    Morkies are fairly easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Morkies 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 Morkie

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

  • American Hairless Terrier (77 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Pomchi (79 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Pomchi.
  • Affenhuahua (78 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Sloughi vs Affenhuahua.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Morkie versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Morkie versus Belgian Tervuren     Morkie versus Boxerdoodle     Morkie versus Yorkipoo     Morkie versus Karelian Bear Dog     Morkie versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Morkie versus Ibizan Hound     Morkie versus Finnish Spitz     Morkie versus Mountain Cur     Morkie versus Tibetan Terrier     Morkie versus Westiepoo     Morkie versus King Shepherd     Morkie versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Morkie versus Jack Russell Terrier     Morkie versus Chinook     Morkie versus Dachshund     Morkie versus Siberian Husky     Morkie versus Frenchton     Morkie versus Puli     Morkie versus Papipoo     Morkie versus Stabyhoun     Morkie versus Papillon     Morkie versus Australian Terrier     Morkie versus Brussels Griffon     Morkie versus German Pinscher     

    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sloughi versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Sloughi versus Australian Shepherd     Sloughi versus Morkie     Sloughi versus Jack Russell Terrier     Sloughi versus Yorkshire Terrier     Sloughi versus Portuguese Water Dog     Sloughi versus Portuguese Pointer     Sloughi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Sloughi versus Pomeranian     Sloughi versus Havanese     Sloughi versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Sloughi versus Bedlington Terrier     Sloughi versus Cockapoo     Sloughi versus Boerboel     Sloughi versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Sloughi versus German Shepherd Dog     Sloughi versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Sloughi versus Golden Retriever     Sloughi versus Fila Brasileiro     Sloughi versus Lhasa Apso     Sloughi versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Sloughi versus Australian Cattle Dog     Sloughi versus Finnish Lapphund     Sloughi versus Lhasapoo     

    Conclusion: Morkie 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 Morkie and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.