Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Shiba Inu Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Shiba Inu versus Sloughi: Overview
- Shiba Inu versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Shiba Inu and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Shiba Inu versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Shiba Inu versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Shiba Inu
- The Popularity of Shiba Inu versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Shiba Inu versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Shiba Inu versus Sloughi
- Do Shiba Inus shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Shiba Inu or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Shiba Inu or the Sloughi?
- Does the Shiba Inu Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Shiba Inus Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Shiba Inu vs. Sloughi
- Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Shiba Inu or the Sloughi?
- Are Shiba Inus good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Shiba Inus and Sloughis?
- Is the Shiba Inu Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Shiba Inu versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Shiba Inu Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu or the Sloughi.
Shiba Inu versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Shiba Inu and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Shiba Inu is a small-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Shiba Inu 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.
Shiba Inu versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu and the Sloughi
| Factor | Shiba Inu | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 17 to 23 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 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 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $2130 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1600 – $2500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 67.9 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 44 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sloughi is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shiba Inu is a better pet than the Sloughi. So, you should get the Shiba Inu!
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 Shiba Inu and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Shiba Inu and the Sloughi
The Shiba Inu and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Shiba Inu and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Shiba Inu versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Shiba Inu and the Sloughi.
Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 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 Shiba Inu versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Shiba Inus is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiba Inus is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Shiba Inu
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Shiba Inu.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Shiba Inu is 67.9 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 67.9 percent, the Shiba Inu has a below-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 Shiba Inu and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 28 Shiba Inus and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Shiba Inu is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Shiba Inu is 44 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Shiba Inu
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Shiba Inu Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 46 | no data |
| 2014 | 47 | no data |
| 2015 | 45 | no data |
| 2016 | 44 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 45 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 44 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 45 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 43 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Shiba Inu.
3 health tests are recommended for Shiba Inu while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Shiba Inus and in Sloughis.
Shiba Inu Health Problems
Shiba Inus are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inus for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Shiba Inus 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: Shiba Inu versus Sloughi
Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Shiba Inus shed more than Sloughis?
Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Shiba Inu or the Sloughi
Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Shiba Inu or the Sloughi?
Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Shiba Inu Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Shiba Inus have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Shiba Inus Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Shiba Inu vs. Sloughi
Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inu or the Sloughi?
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Shiba Inus good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inus and Sloughis?
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Shiba Inu Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Shiba Inus are not easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Shiba Inu Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Shiba Inu or the Sloughi?
Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inu
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu:
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 Shiba Inu and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Shiba Inu and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shiba Inu versus Bullmastiff Shiba Inu versus Standard Poodle Shiba Inu versus Norwegian Lundehund Shiba Inu versus Bernese Mountain Dog Shiba Inu versus Curly-Coated Retriever Shiba Inu versus Great Dane Shiba Inu versus Icelandic Sheepdog Shiba Inu versus Flat-Coated Retriever Shiba Inu versus German Shorthaired Pointer Shiba Inu versus Scottish Terrier Shiba Inu versus Stabyhoun Shiba Inu versus Akbash Shiba Inu versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Shiba Inu versus Estrela Mountain Dog Shiba Inu versus Miniature Schnauzer Shiba Inu versus Dalmatian Shiba Inu versus Pharaoh Hound Shiba Inu versus Catahoula Bulldog Shiba Inu versus Whippet Shiba Inu versus German Pinscher Shiba Inu versus Schipperke Shiba Inu versus Cesky Terrier Shiba Inu versus American Eskimo Dog Shiba Inu versus Catahoula Leopard Dog
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Doberman Pinscher Sloughi versus Whoodle Sloughi versus Schnoodle Sloughi versus Canaan Dog Sloughi versus Newfoundland Sloughi versus Komondor Sloughi versus Braque du Bourbonnais Sloughi versus Great Dane Sloughi versus Kuvasz Sloughi versus Clumber Spaniel Sloughi versus Biewer Terrier Sloughi versus Papipoo Sloughi versus Basset Hound Sloughi versus Basset Hound Sloughi versus Bulldog Sloughi versus Kooikerhondje Sloughi versus Shihpoo Sloughi versus Sheepadoodle Sloughi versus Curly-Coated Retriever Sloughi versus German Shorthaired Pointer Sloughi versus Toy Poodle Sloughi versus Hovawart Sloughi versus Bichon Frise Sloughi versus English Setter Sloughi versus Welsh Terrier
Conclusion: Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.