Alert
Intelligent
Independent
Sweet
Faithful
Sensitive
Playful

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Faithful

Sloughis are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bernese Rotties are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose a Sloughi if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Bernese Rotties make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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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.

A Bernese Rottie can have a litter of 1-14 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 struggle with new environments and lifestyle changes, preferring familiarity.

Bernese Rotties have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Sloughis are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Bernese Rotties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hypothyroidism

Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bloat
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Elbow Dysplasia

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Hip
Elbow
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Sloughis thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bernese Rotties' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Sloughi has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bernese Rottie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Sloughis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bernese Rotties sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Sloughi dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bernese Rotties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Sloughi is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Bernese Rottie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Sloughis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bernese Rottie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

The Sloughi is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Bernese Rotties are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Sloughis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bernese Rotties have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Sloughis are not cat friendly.

Bernese Rotties are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Sloughis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bernese Rotties are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Sloughis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Bernese Rotties are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.