Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Pekingese Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Pekingese versus Sloughi: Overview
- Pekingese versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pekingese and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Pekingese and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Pekingese versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Pekingese versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Pekingese
- The Popularity of Pekingese versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pekingese versus Sloughi
- Do Pekingeses shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Pekingese or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pekingese or the Sloughi?
- Does the Pekingese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Pekingeses Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pekingese vs. Sloughi
- Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pekingese or the Sloughi?
- Are Pekingeses good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Pekingeses and Sloughis?
- Is the Pekingese Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Pekingese versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pekingese Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese or the Sloughi.
Pekingese versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Pekingese and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pekingese is a tiny-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Pekingese 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.
Pekingese versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pekingese 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 Pekingese and the Sloughi
| Factor | Pekingese | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 7 to 14 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1930 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1288 – $2500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 93.3 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 86 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pekingese 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 Pekingese is 77 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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pekingese and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Pekingese and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Pekingese and the Sloughi
The Pekingese and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pekingese and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Pekingese versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pekingese and the Sloughi.
Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 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 Pekingese versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Pekingese
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Pekingese.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 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 93.3 percent, the Pekingese has an above-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 Pekingese and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 15 Pekingeses and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Pekingese 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 Pekingese and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pekingese is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Pekingese
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Pekingese Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 77 | no data |
| 2014 | 82 | no data |
| 2015 | 80 | no data |
| 2016 | 93 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 88 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 92 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 83 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 95 | 189.0 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Pekingese versus Sloughi
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Pekingeses shed more than Sloughis?
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Pekingese or the Sloughi
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Pekingese or the Sloughi?
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Pekingese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Pekingese vs. Sloughi
Pekingeses have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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 Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese or the Sloughi?
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pekingeses good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses and Sloughis?
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Pekingese Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Pekingese Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pekingese or the Sloughi?
Pekingeses are very good for new dog owners.
Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese:
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 Pekingese and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Pekingese and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Swedish Vallhund Pekingese versus Beaglier Pekingese versus Valley Bulldog Pekingese versus Rottweiler Pekingese versus Brussels Griffon Pekingese versus Keeshond Pekingese versus Hovawart Pekingese versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Pekingese versus Bernedoodle Pekingese versus King Shepherd Pekingese versus Lhasa Apso Pekingese versus American Staffordshire Terrier Pekingese versus Dutch Shepherd Pekingese versus Portuguese Pointer Pekingese versus Stabyhoun Pekingese versus Pug Pekingese versus Chihuahua Pekingese versus Ibizan Hound Pekingese versus Mal Shi Pekingese versus Spinone Italiano Pekingese versus Chorkie Pekingese versus Lakeland Terrier Pekingese versus Saint Bernard Pekingese versus Fila Brasileiro Pekingese versus Shichon
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Sloughi versus Afador Sloughi versus Schipperke Sloughi versus Frenchton Sloughi versus Norfolk Terrier Sloughi versus Basset Hound Sloughi versus Akbash Sloughi versus Cesky Terrier Sloughi versus Australian Terrier Sloughi versus Maremma Sheepdog Sloughi versus Sussex Spaniel Sloughi versus Irish Setter Sloughi versus American Bulldog Sloughi versus Affenhuahua Sloughi versus Miniature Pinscher Sloughi versus Gordon Setter Sloughi versus Pointer Sloughi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Sloughi versus French Spaniel Sloughi versus American Hairless Terrier Sloughi versus Pug Sloughi versus English Toy Spaniel Sloughi versus Puggle Sloughi versus Pharaoh Hound Sloughi versus Labradoodle
Conclusion: Pekingese 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 Pekingese and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.