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- Norwegian Buhund Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi: Overview
- Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi
- The Popularity of Norwegian Buhund versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Norwegian Buhund versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi
- Do Norwegian Buhunds shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi?
- Does the Norwegian Buhund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Norwegian Buhunds Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Buhund vs. Sloughi
- Can Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi?
- Are Norwegian Buhunds good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Norwegian Buhunds and Sloughis?
- Is the Norwegian Buhund Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Buhund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Norwegian Buhund Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi.
Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Norwegian Buhund is a medium-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Norwegian Buhund belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
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.
Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi
| Factor | Norwegian Buhund | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 16 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 26 to 40 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | No Data |
| Average Price | No Data | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 168 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sloughi is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwegian Buhund is a better pet than the Sloughi. So, you should get the Norwegian Buhund!
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 Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi
The Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi.
Norwegian Buhunds weigh 26 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Norwegian Buhunds are 16 to 18 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 Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Norwegian Buhunds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhunds 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 Norwegian Buhunds.
The Popularity of Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Norwegian Buhund is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Norwegian Buhund is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Norwegian Buhund
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Norwegian Buhund Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 166 | no data |
| 2014 | 172 | no data |
| 2015 | 165 | no data |
| 2016 | 174 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 170 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 165 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 169 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 168 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Norwegian Buhund.
3 health tests are recommended for Norwegian Buhund while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Norwegian Buhunds and in Sloughis.
Norwegian Buhund Health Problems
Norwegian Buhunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhunds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norwegian Buhunds 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: Norwegian Buhund versus Sloughi
Norwegian Buhunds can be left alone for some time without problems.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Norwegian Buhunds shed more than Sloughis?
Norwegian Buhunds shed moderately.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi
Norwegian Buhunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi?
Norwegian Buhunds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Norwegian Buhund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Norwegian Buhunds 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 Norwegian Buhunds Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Norwegian Buhunds 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 Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Norwegian Buhunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Norwegian Buhund vs. Sloughi
Norwegian Buhunds 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 Norwegian Buhunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Norwegian Buhunds 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 Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi?
Norwegian Buhunds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Norwegian Buhunds good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Norwegian Buhunds 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 Norwegian Buhunds and Sloughis?
Norwegian Buhunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Norwegian Buhund Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Norwegian Buhunds are very easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Norwegian Buhund Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Norwegian Buhunds adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwegian Buhund or the Sloughi?
Norwegian Buhunds are OK for new dog owners.
Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwegian Buhund
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund:
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 Norwegian Buhund and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Norwegian Buhund and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Norwegian Buhund Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Irish Wolfhound Sloughi versus Maltipoo Sloughi versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sloughi versus Labradoodle Sloughi versus Cockapoo Sloughi versus Pyrenean Mastiff Sloughi versus Kuvasz Sloughi versus Japanese Spitz Sloughi versus Maremma Sheepdog Sloughi versus Morkie Sloughi versus American Pit Bull Terrier Sloughi versus Toy Poodle Sloughi versus Basenji Sloughi versus Swedish Vallhund Sloughi versus Estrela Mountain Dog Sloughi versus Chow Chow Sloughi versus Lhasa Apso Sloughi versus Bullmastiff Sloughi versus Pomapoo Sloughi versus Leonberger Sloughi versus Tibetan Mastiff Sloughi versus Dalmatian Sloughi versus Manchester Terrier Sloughi versus Miniature Schnauzer Sloughi versus Afador
Conclusion: Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.