Border Collie vs Sloughi
Breed Compatibility
96% Compatible
Energy Level
Border Collie: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Sloughi: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Border Collie: Eager to Please1.0
Sloughi: Independent0.4
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Border Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Sloughi: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Border Collie3/5
Sloughi3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Border Collie3/5
Sloughi3/5
Good with Strangers
Border Collie4/5
Sloughi2/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Suburban homes with yardsRural propertiesLarge apartments with access to exercise areasWarm climate regions
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Border Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
CEA: Eye development disorder
MDR1: Drug sensitivity gene
TNS: Neurological condition
CL: Neurological disorder
Epilepsy: Seizure disorder
Sloughi
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Eye degeneration
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation issue
Cardiac Issues: Heart-related concerns
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Sensitivity: Medication reactions
Anesthesia: Heightened sensitivity
Pros & Cons Comparison
Border Collie
Pros
Extremely intelligent
Highly trainable
Athletic and agile
Loyal and devoted
Excellent working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
May be too intense for novice owners
Strong herding instinct
Needs constant mental stimulation
Can be overly sensitive
Sloughi
Pros
Elegant and graceful appearance
Low grooming requirements
Athletic and agile
Loyal to family
Quiet and clean
Cons
Strong prey drive
Independent nature
Requires secure fencing
Reserved with strangers
Sensitive temperament
Border Collie Fun Fact
Border Collies can learn to recognize over 1,000 words and can understand complex multi-step commands.
Sloughi Fun Fact
Sloughis can reach speeds of up to 40 mph and were historically used to hunt gazelles in the Sahara.
Heritage & Purpose
Border Collie
Origin:
Developed in the border country between Scotland and England during the 1700s, these dogs revolutionized sheep herding with their distinctive 'eye' and precise control of livestock.
Sloughi
Origin:
Desert hunters of North Africa, dating back several millennia, these swift sighthounds excelled at pursuing game like hares and gazelles across vast sandy terrains.
Special Considerations
Border Collie
Requires extensive daily exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent training. Regular grooming needed during shedding seasons. Early socialization crucial.
Sloughi
Requires secure fencing due to prey drive and speed. Sensitive to anesthesia and medications. Weekly grooming sufficient but regular exercise essential.
Shedding
SeasonalShedding
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