Sloughi — cost & care
Reserved, Graceful, Noble. Medium hound dog.
A Sloughi costs roughly $29,700 over its lifetime (10–15 years), or about $2,170/year: ~$680 food, ~$560 insurance, ~$600 routine vet, ~$80 grooming. Purchase price runs $600–$2,200.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
3.0cups of food / day (~22.7 lb/mo)
5.3cups of water / day
12.5 yraverage lifespan (10–15)
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A Sloughi eats ~22.7 lb/month. Shop medium-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $600–$2,200 |
| Food / year | $680 (3.0 cups/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $560 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $600 |
| Grooming / year | $80 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $250 |
| Total annual | $2,170 |
| Lifetime total | $29,700 |
Breed stats
| Size | Medium |
| Avg weight | 42 lb |
| Height | 61–74 in |
| Lifespan | 10–15 yrs |
| Group | Hound |
| Hypoallergenic | Yes |
Temperament & care
| Energy | 3/5 |
| Trainability | 2/5 |
| Good with families | 2/5 |
| Apartment-friendly | 4/5 |
| Shedding | 1/5 |
| Grooming need | 2/5 |
Common health conditions
Breed-specific hereditary conditions vary — ask a vet about recommended health screening for this breed.
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Sloughi cost per year?
About $2,170 a year — roughly $680 food, $560 insurance, $600 vet and $80 grooming.
What is the lifetime cost of a Sloughi?
Around $29,700 across its 10–15-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Sloughi eat?
About 3.0 cups of food a day (~22.7 lb per month).
How much water should a Sloughi drink?
About 5.3 cups of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Sloughi hypoallergenic?
Yes — it is a low-shedding, allergy-friendlier breed.