Sloughi Breed Information & Characteristics

The Sloughi is a dog breed that has a low to average risk for obesity. This means that they are less likely to gain weight than some breeds, but it is still important to monitor their food intake and ensure they get enough exercise to maintain a healthy weight and overall well-being.

Unfortunately, the Sloughi is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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Sloughi dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Sloughi. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Sloughi dog is one of the best choice if you want a good watchdog. This breed will keep watch over you and your family at all times. This breed takes this task seriously and will typically perform its guarding duty with little to no training. This dog will require obedience training, or you can consider guard dog training to sharpen its skills.

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A Sloughi can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Sloughis may struggle to adapt to new living environments and lifestyle changes as they prefer familiar and consistent surroundings.

The Sloughi is a breed of dog that is known to have a higher frequency of health issues compared to other breeds. These issues can range from minor to serious, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian are essential in order to identify and address any potential problems as early as possible.

Hypothyroidism

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bloat
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

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Sloughis are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Sloughis have average social needs compared to other breeds. They are known to be less active and independent than other breeds, and they are content with spending time alone and with their human family.

The Sloughi dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Sloughis are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Sloughi is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

Sloughi dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

These dogs are known for being extremely protective and make excellent guard dogs. They possess a strong instinct to defend their territory and owners and have a high level of vigilance and alertness.

The Sloughi is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Sloughis has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Sloughi is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Sloughi is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Sloughis are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Sloughis are not cat friendly dogs.

Sloughis are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Sloughis are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Sloughis are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Sloughis will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

Sloughis have an average level of playfulness. The Sloughis, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Sloughi dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.