Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Papillon Versus Saluki: Introduction
- Papillon versus Saluki: Overview
- Papillon versus Saluki: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papillon and the Saluki
- The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Saluki
- Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Saluki
- Lifespan of Papillon versus Saluki
- Temperament of the Saluki Versus the Papillon
- Price of Papillon versus Price of Saluki
- Adopting the Papillon versus Adopting the Saluki
- The Intelligence of the Papillon versus the Intelligence of the Saluki
- The Popularity of Papillon versus Popularity of Saluki
- Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Saluki
- Do Papillons shed more than Salukis?
- Which one drools more, the Papillon or the Saluki
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Saluki?
- Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
- Do Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
- Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Saluki
- Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Saluki?
- Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Salukis?
- How Kid-friendly are Papillons and Salukis?
- Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Saluki?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Papillon versus Saluki. Which One is a Better Pet?
Papillon Versus Saluki: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papillon and the Saluki? 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 Papillon and the Saluki 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 Papillon and the Saluki.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papillon and the Saluki 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 Papillon and for the Saluki. 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 Papillon and the Saluki.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Papillon or the Saluki.
Papillon versus Saluki: Overview
A very important difference between the Papillon and the Saluki is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papillon is a tiny-sized dog while the Saluki is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Papillon 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 Saluki 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.
Papillon versus Saluki: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Papillon to the Saluki 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 Papillon and the Saluki
| Factor | Papillon | Saluki |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 9 pounds | 35 to 70 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1800 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $1400 – $2000 | $2250 – $2250 |
| Temperament Score | 82.3 percent | 68.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 49 | 127 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 8 | 43 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papillon 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 Saluki. 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 Papillon is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saluki is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papillon is a better pet than the Saluki. So, you should get the Papillon!
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 Papillon and the Saluki so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papillon and the Saluki
Below is a list of where the Papillon and the Saluki are most different:
The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Saluki
The Papillon and the Saluki are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papillon and the Saluki are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Saluki
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papillon and the Saluki.
Papillons weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Papillons are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Papillon versus Saluki
The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.
Papillons live longer than Salukis.
Temperament of the Saluki Versus the Papillon
The Papillon has a better temperament than the Saluki.
This is because the temperament score for the Papillon is 82.3 percent while the temperament score for the Saluki is 68.7 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 82.3 percent, the Papillon has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 68.7 percent, the Saluki has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Papillon and the Saluki by measuring the temperaments of 96 Papillons and 67 Salukis.
Price of Papillon versus Price of Saluki
The average price of the Papillon puppy is $1800. The price of the Papillon typically ranges from $1400 – $2000. However, the price of a Papillon can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 108 Papillon puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Saluki puppy is $2250. The price of the Saluki typically ranges from $2250 – $2250. However, the price of the Saluki can be as low as $2250 and as high as $2250. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Saluki puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Saluki is more expensive than the Papillon.
| Papillon | Saluki | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1800 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $1400 to $2000 | $2250 to $2250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Papillon and Saluki. For different price points, the charts show how many Papillon puppies or how many Saluki puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Papillons. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Salukis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papillon puppy or the Saluki puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Papillon versus Adopting the Saluki
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Papillons and many Salukis are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Papillon named Phineus that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Papillons like Phineus on pefinder.com.
Also, like Papillons, Salukis are also available for adoption. For example, Archie is a Male Saluki that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Salukis like Archie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Ollie is an adorable Male Saluki on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Papillons and Salukis that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Papillon versus the Intelligence of the Saluki
| Papillon | Saluki | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 8 out of 130 dog breeds | 43 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Papillon has an obedience intelligence rank of 8 out of 130 dog breeds. The Papillon belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Papillons tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.
The Saluki has an obedience intelligence rank of 43 out of 130 dog breeds. The Saluki belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Salukis tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Papillon is more intelligent than the Saluki.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Papillon versus Popularity of Saluki
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 Papillon and the Saluki over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Papillon is more popular with dog owners than the Saluki. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Papillon is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Saluki is 127 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Papillon
Popularity of Saluki
| Year | Papillon Popularity Rank | Saluki Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 38 | 115 |
| 2014 | 43 | 134 |
| 2015 | 48 | 132 |
| 2016 | 53 | 125 |
| 2017 | 53 | 123 |
| 2018 | 54 | 120 |
| 2019 | 53 | 125 |
| 2020 | 53 | 144 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Saluki
Papillons do not like to be left alone.
Salukis do not like to be left alone.
Do Papillons shed more than Salukis?
Papillons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Salukis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Papillon or the Saluki
Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Saluki?
Papillons are moderately easy to groom.
Salukis are very easy to groom.
Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
Papillons 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.
Salukis 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 Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
Papillons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Salukis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Saluki
Papillons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Papillons can tolerate hot weather.
Salukis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Saluki?
Papillons get along very well with other dogs.
Salukis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Salukis?
Papillons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Salukis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Papillons and Salukis?
Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Salukis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Saluki?
Papillons are very easy to train.
Salukis are very easy to train.
Is the Papillon Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?
Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.
Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papillon or the Saluki?
Papillons are very good for new dog owners.
Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papillon 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 Papillon:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saluki 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 Saluki:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Papillon and how the Saluki compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papillon and of the Saluki to other breeds:
Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papillon versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Papillon versus Brussels Griffon Papillon versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Papillon versus Saint Berdoodle Papillon versus Bordoodle Papillon versus American Water Spaniel Papillon versus Pharaoh Hound Papillon versus Cane Corso Papillon versus Saluki Papillon versus Frenchton Papillon versus Aussiedoodle Papillon versus Braque du Bourbonnais Papillon versus French Spaniel Papillon versus Black and Tan Coonhound Papillon versus American Foxhound Papillon versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Papillon versus Keeshond Papillon versus Australian Shepherd Papillon versus Afador Papillon versus Maltipoo Papillon versus Coton de Tulear Papillon versus Redbone Coonhound Papillon versus Field Spaniel Papillon versus Black Russian Terrier Papillon versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Saluki Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saluki versus Maltipoo Saluki versus American Hairless Terrier Saluki versus Westiepoo Saluki versus Finnish Spitz Saluki versus Fila Brasileiro Saluki versus Bedlington Terrier Saluki versus Pyredoodle Saluki versus Kai Ken Saluki versus English Springer Spaniel Saluki versus Cockapoo Saluki versus Whippet Saluki versus Cane Corso Saluki versus Bluetick Coonhound Saluki versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Saluki versus Pharaoh Hound Saluki versus Keeshond Saluki versus Weimaraner Saluki versus Border Terrier Saluki versus Dachshund Saluki versus Puli Saluki versus Catahoula Bulldog Saluki versus Rottweiler Saluki versus Puggle Saluki versus Shiranian Saluki versus Boston Terrier
Conclusion: Papillon versus Saluki. 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 Papillon and the Saluki better suits you and your family.