Sloughi has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

English Toy Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Alert
Intelligent
Independent
Sweet
Faithful
Sensitive
Playful

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Gentle
Loving
Reserved

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.

English Toy Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

North Africa

England

sight hound

spaniel

ancient times

1600s

Hound
Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Toy (AKC:1886)

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.

An English Toy Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 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.

English Toy Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bloat
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

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

English Toy Spaniels have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

English Toy Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Sloughis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Toy Spaniels require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Sloughis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

English Toy Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

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

The English Toy Spaniel is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Sloughi dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While English Toy Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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

The English Toy Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

English Toy Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

English Toy Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Toy Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Sloughis are not cat friendly.

English Toy Spaniels 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.

English Toy Spaniels are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.