Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Mountain Cur Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Mountain Cur versus Sloughi: Overview
- Mountain Cur versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Mountain Cur versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Mountain Cur versus Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Mountain Cur versus Sloughi
- Do Mountain Curs shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Mountain Cur or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Mountain Cur or the Sloughi?
- Does the Mountain Cur Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Mountain Curs Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Mountain Cur vs. Sloughi
- Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mountain Cur or the Sloughi?
- Are Mountain Curs good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Mountain Curs and Sloughis?
- Is the Mountain Cur Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Mountain Cur versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Mountain Cur Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur or the Sloughi.
Mountain Cur versus Sloughi: Overview
Both the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi are similar in size. The Mountain Cur and the Sloughi are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Mountain Cur 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.
Mountain Cur versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Sloughi
| Factor | Mountain Cur | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 16 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 16 to 26 inches | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 60 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $550 | No Data |
| Price Range | $350 – $800 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur is 76 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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi
The Mountain Cur and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Mountain Cur versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Mountain Cur and the Sloughi.
Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 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 Mountain Cur versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Mountain Curs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Mountain Curs is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.
Sloughis live longer than Mountain Curs.
Tolerates Being Alone: Mountain Cur versus Sloughi
Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Mountain Curs shed more than Sloughis?
Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Mountain Cur or the Sloughi
Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Mountain Cur or the Sloughi?
Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Mountain Cur Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.
Sloughis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Mountain Cur vs. Sloughi
Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.
Sloughis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mountain Cur or the Sloughi?
Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Mountain Curs good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs and Sloughis?
Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Mountain Cur Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Mountain Curs are not easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Mountain Cur Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Mountain Cur or the Sloughi?
Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur:
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 Mountain Cur and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Mountain Cur and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mountain Cur versus Japanese Spitz Mountain Cur versus Saluki Mountain Cur versus Giant Schnauzer Mountain Cur versus Bloodhound Mountain Cur versus Basenji Mountain Cur versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Sheepadoodle Mountain Cur versus Papipoo Mountain Cur versus Cocker Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Mountain Cur versus Flat-Coated Retriever Mountain Cur versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Mountain Cur versus Goldador Mountain Cur versus Standard Poodle Mountain Cur versus Saint Berdoodle Mountain Cur versus Brittany Mountain Cur versus Cavachon Mountain Cur versus Flat-Coated Retriever Mountain Cur versus Tibetan Terrier Mountain Cur versus Akita Mountain Cur versus Australian Terrier Mountain Cur versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Mountain Cur versus Goldador Mountain Cur versus Affenpinscher Mountain Cur versus Miniature Pinscher
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Hovawart Sloughi versus Standard Schnauzer Sloughi versus American Pit Bull Terrier Sloughi versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Sloughi versus Golden Cocker Retriever Sloughi versus Cavachon Sloughi versus Papipoo Sloughi versus Pug Sloughi versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Sloughi versus Finnish Spitz Sloughi versus Canaan Dog Sloughi versus Braque du Bourbonnais Sloughi versus Golden Cocker Retriever Sloughi versus Labrador Retriever Sloughi versus Bouvier des Flandres Sloughi versus Swedish Vallhund Sloughi versus Bluetick Coonhound Sloughi versus Black Russian Terrier Sloughi versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Sloughi versus Pointer Sloughi versus Goldador Sloughi versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Sloughi versus Portuguese Pointer Sloughi versus Bich Poo Sloughi versus Black Russian Terrier
Conclusion: Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.