Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Rottweiler Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Rottweiler versus Sloughi: Overview
- Rottweiler versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Rottweiler and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Rottweiler and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Rottweiler versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Rottweiler versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Rottweiler
- The Popularity of Rottweiler versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Rottweiler versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Rottweiler versus Sloughi
- Do Rottweilers shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Rottweiler or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Rottweiler or the Sloughi?
- Does the Rottweiler Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Rottweilers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Rottweilers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Rottweiler vs. Sloughi
- Can Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Rottweiler or the Sloughi?
- Are Rottweilers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Rottweilers and Sloughis?
- Is the Rottweiler Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rottweiler
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Rottweiler versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Rottweiler Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler or the Sloughi.
Rottweiler versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Rottweiler and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Rottweiler is a medium-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Rottweiler 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.
Rottweiler versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler and the Sloughi
| Factor | Rottweiler | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 8 to 11 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Weight | 85 to 130 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 9.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1740 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1300 – $2000 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 84.7 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 8 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler is 69 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 Rottweiler. 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 Rottweiler and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Rottweiler and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Rottweiler and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Rottweiler and the Sloughi
The Rottweiler and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Rottweiler and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Rottweiler versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Rottweiler and the Sloughi.
Rottweilers weigh 85 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Rottweilers are 22 to 27 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 Rottweiler versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Rottweilers is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Rottweilers is 9.5 years.
The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.
Sloughis live longer than Rottweilers.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Rottweiler
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Rottweiler.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Rottweiler is 84.7 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 84.7 percent, the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 6012 Rottweilers and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Rottweiler is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Rottweiler is 8 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Rottweiler
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Rottweiler Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 9 | no data |
| 2014 | 10 | no data |
| 2015 | 9 | no data |
| 2016 | 8 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 8 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 8 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 8 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 8 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Rottweiler.
5 health tests are recommended for Rottweiler while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Rottweilers and in Sloughis.
Rottweiler Health Problems
Rottweilers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Rottweiler 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 Rottweilers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Rottweilers 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: Rottweiler versus Sloughi
Rottweilers do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Rottweilers shed more than Sloughis?
Rottweilers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Rottweiler or the Sloughi
Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Rottweiler or the Sloughi?
Rottweilers are very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Rottweiler Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Rottweilers 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 Rottweilers Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Rottweilers 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 Rottweilers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Rottweiler vs. Sloughi
Rottweilers 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 Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Rottweilers 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 Rottweiler or the Sloughi?
Rottweilers do not get along well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Rottweilers good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Rottweilers 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 Rottweilers and Sloughis?
Rottweilers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Rottweiler Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Rottweilers are very easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Rottweiler Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Rottweilers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Rottweiler or the Sloughi?
Rottweilers 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 Rottweiler
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler:
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 Rottweiler and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Rottweiler and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Rottweiler Versus Other Dog Breeds
Rottweiler versus Afador Rottweiler versus Labrador Retriever Rottweiler versus Lancashire Heeler Rottweiler versus Boerboel Rottweiler versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Rottweiler versus Tibetan Mastiff Rottweiler versus Boykin Spaniel Rottweiler versus King Shepherd Rottweiler versus Belgian Malinois Rottweiler versus English Toy Spaniel Rottweiler versus Pug Rottweiler versus Great Dane Rottweiler versus Whippet Rottweiler versus Harrier Rottweiler versus Miniature Poodle Rottweiler versus Australian Cattle Dog Rottweiler versus Komondor Rottweiler versus Belgian Sheepdog Rottweiler versus Bullmastiff Rottweiler versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rottweiler versus Lakeland Terrier Rottweiler versus Bich Poo Rottweiler versus Pointer Rottweiler versus Tibetan Spaniel
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Cockalier Sloughi versus Briard Sloughi versus Gordon Setter Sloughi versus Irish Terrier Sloughi versus Labradoodle Sloughi versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Sloughi versus Clumber Spaniel Sloughi versus Boykin Spaniel Sloughi versus Clumber Spaniel Sloughi versus Harrier Sloughi versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Sloughi versus Sheepadoodle Sloughi versus Pharaoh Hound Sloughi versus Hovawart Sloughi versus Pomeranian Sloughi versus Plott Sloughi versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Sloughi versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Sloughi versus Bernese Mountain Dog Sloughi versus English Springer Spaniel Sloughi versus Patterdale Terrier Sloughi versus Australian Terrier Sloughi versus Frenchton Sloughi versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Sloughi versus Akbash
Conclusion: Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.