Saluki
Also called Arabian Hound, Gazelle Hound, Persian Greyhound and Royal Dog of Egypt
- Needs space
- Hard to train
The Saluki is a graceful and elegant breed, originating in the Middle East. They are a sight hound, and have a long, sleek coat in a variety of colors. They are highly intelligent, and have an independent nature. They are a fast breed, and have a long stride, and can be used for racing and coursing. They are loyal and devoted to their family, and make good companions.
- Weight
- 44–66 lb (20–30 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 23–28 in (58–71 cm)
- Life span
- 10–17 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short, Smooth
- Origin
- Fertile Crescent, Middle East
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: OK with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks a little
- Training: Hard to train
Care
- Grooming: Little grooming
- Shedding: Sheds a little
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Aloof
Dignified
Gentle
Independent
Intelligent
Reserved with strangers
Coat colours
Black and tan, cream, fawn, golden, grizzle and tan, red, tricolor (white, black and tan) and white
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 44–66 lb (20–30 kg) | 44–66 lb (20–30 kg) |
| Height | 23–28 in (58–71 cm) | — |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Saluki
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Breeds of a similar size
All medium breeds
Sources
- Official AKC Saluki Breed Standard (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: Saluki | United Kennel Club (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Saluki | Breed Standards | The Kennel Club (opens in a new tab)
- Saluki: All about this breed - DogsPlanet.com (FCI-derived) (opens in a new tab)
- Saluki Dog Breed Guide | Hill's Pet US (opens in a new tab)
- Saluki - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).