Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Siberian Husky Versus Sloughi: Introduction
- Siberian Husky versus Sloughi: Overview
- Siberian Husky versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi
- The Similarities Between the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi
- Size (Weight and Height) of Siberian Husky versus Sloughi
- Lifespan of Siberian Husky versus Sloughi
- Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Siberian Husky
- The Popularity of Siberian Husky versus Popularity of Sloughi
- Health Problems of Siberian Husky versus Health Problems of Sloughi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Siberian Husky versus Sloughi
- Do Siberian Huskys shed more than Sloughis?
- Which one drools more, the Siberian Husky or the Sloughi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Siberian Husky or the Sloughi?
- Does the Siberian Husky Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
- Do Siberian Huskys Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
- Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Siberian Husky vs. Sloughi
- Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Siberian Husky or the Sloughi?
- Are Siberian Huskys good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
- How Kid-friendly are Siberian Huskys and Sloughis?
- Is the Siberian Husky Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Siberian Husky
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Siberian Husky versus Sloughi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Siberian Husky Versus Sloughi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Sloughi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky or the Sloughi.
Siberian Husky versus Sloughi: Overview
A very important difference between the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized dog while the Sloughi is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Siberian Husky 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.
Siberian Husky versus Sloughi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Sloughi
| Factor | Siberian Husky | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 35 to 60 pounds | 40 to 63 pounds |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1080 | No Data |
| Price Range | $700 – $1250 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 86.8 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 13 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky is 71 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 Siberian Husky. 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 Siberian Husky and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi
Below is a list of where the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi are most different:
The Similarities Between the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi
The Siberian Husky and the Sloughi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Siberian Husky versus Sloughi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Siberian Husky and the Sloughi.
Siberian Huskys weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Siberian Huskys are 20 to 23 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 Siberian Husky versus Sloughi
The lifespan of Siberian Huskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Huskys.
Temperament of the Sloughi Versus the Siberian Husky
The Sloughi has a better temperament than the Siberian Husky.
This is because the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Siberian Husky is 86.8 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 86.8 percent, the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 310 Siberian Huskys and 3 Sloughis.
The Popularity of Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Sloughi over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Siberian Husky is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Siberian Husky is 13 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Siberian Husky
Popularity of Sloughi
| Year | Siberian Husky Popularity Rank | Sloughi Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 14 | no data |
| 2014 | 13 | no data |
| 2015 | 12 | no data |
| 2016 | 12 | 185.0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 188.0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 192.0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 191.0 |
| 2020 | 16 | 189.0 |
Health Problems of Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Sloughi than for the Siberian Husky.
2 health tests are recommended for Siberian Husky while 6 tests are recommended for the Sloughi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Siberian Huskys and in Sloughis.
Siberian Husky Health Problems
Siberian Huskys are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Huskys for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Siberian Huskys 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: Siberian Husky versus Sloughi
Siberian Huskys do not like to be left alone.
Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Siberian Huskys shed more than Sloughis?
Siberian Huskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Sloughis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Siberian Husky or the Sloughi
Siberian Huskys drool moderately.
Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Siberian Husky or the Sloughi?
Siberian Huskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Sloughis are very easy to groom.
Does the Siberian Husky Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?
Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Huskys Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?
Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Siberian Huskys can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Siberian Husky vs. Sloughi
Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Husky or the Sloughi?
Siberian Huskys get along very well with other dogs.
Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Siberian Huskys good family dogs? What about Sloughis?
Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Huskys and Sloughis?
Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Siberian Husky Easier to Train than the Sloughi?
Siberian Huskys are not easy to train.
Sloughis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Siberian Husky Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?
Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living.
Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Siberian Husky or the Sloughi?
Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Husky
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky:
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 Siberian Husky and how the Sloughi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Siberian Husky and of the Sloughi to other breeds:
Siberian Husky Versus Other Dog Breeds
Siberian Husky versus Affenpinscher Siberian Husky versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Siberian Husky versus Basset Hound Siberian Husky versus Whippet Siberian Husky versus Valley Bulldog Siberian Husky versus Boxerdoodle Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow Siberian Husky versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Siberian Husky versus Shichon Siberian Husky versus Cockalier Siberian Husky versus Goldendoodle Siberian Husky versus Kooikerhondje Siberian Husky versus Westiepoo Siberian Husky versus Norfolk Terrier Siberian Husky versus Mudi Siberian Husky versus Pharaoh Hound Siberian Husky versus Jack Russell Terrier Siberian Husky versus Coton de Tulear Siberian Husky versus Akita Siberian Husky versus Lhasapoo Siberian Husky versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Siberian Husky versus Mastiff Siberian Husky versus Lhasapoo Siberian Husky versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Siberian Husky versus Pharaoh Hound
Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sloughi versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Sloughi versus Cane Corso Sloughi versus Bich Poo Sloughi versus Xoloitzcuintli Sloughi versus Kooikerhondje Sloughi versus Bearded Collie Sloughi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Sloughi versus Pyrenean Shepherd Sloughi versus Welsh Terrier Sloughi versus Whippet Sloughi versus Goldendoodle Sloughi versus Akita Sloughi versus Belgian Sheepdog Sloughi versus Pyredoodle Sloughi versus Bolognese Sloughi versus Alaskan Klee Kai Sloughi versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Sloughi versus English Toy Spaniel Sloughi versus Shetland Sheepdog Sloughi versus Bernese Mountain Dog Sloughi versus Spanish Mastiff Sloughi versus Schipperke Sloughi versus Boxer Sloughi versus Finnish Spitz Sloughi versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Conclusion: Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.