Dog Breeds
Saluki
The Saluki, known for its elegance, speed, and deep historical roots, is one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds.
Dog Breeds
Saluki
The Saluki, known for its elegance, speed, and deep historical roots, is one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds.
Dog Breeds
Saluki
The Saluki, known for its elegance, speed, and deep historical roots, is one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds.
Dog Breeds
Saluki
The Saluki, known for its elegance, speed, and deep historical roots, is one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds.
Other Names
Persian Greyhound, Arabian Hound, Gazelle Hound, Royal Dog of Egypt
Other Names
Persian Greyhound, Arabian Hound, Gazelle Hound, Royal Dog of Egypt
Other Names
Persian Greyhound, Arabian Hound, Gazelle Hound, Royal Dog of Egypt
Recognized By
AKC, FCI, UKC, KC
Recognized By
AKC, FCI, UKC, KC
Recognized By
AKC, FCI, UKC, KC
Country of Origin
Fertile Crescent (parts of Egypt, Iraq, and Iran)
Country of Origin
Fertile Crescent (parts of Egypt, Iraq, and Iran)
Country of Origin
Fertile Crescent (parts of Egypt, Iraq, and Iran)
Popularity in the UAE
Common and popular
Popularity in the UAE
Common and popular
Popularity in the UAE
Common and popular
Primary Use
Hunting dog, companion dog, racing dog
Primary Use
Hunting dog, companion dog, racing dog
Primary Use
Hunting dog, companion dog, racing dog
Saluki
Saluki
Saluki
Breed History
The Saluki has an extensive history dating back over thousands of years, with its likeness appearing on ancient Egyptian tombs and Sumerian artifacts. Revered by nobility, these sighthounds were bred by Bedouins and Middle Eastern royalty for their exceptional speed and hunting abilities.
This was particularly useful in chasing fast-moving prey such as gazelles and hares. They become prized companions because of their ability to thrive in harsh desert environments.
Unlike many other breeds, Salukis were often considered sacred, with some even being mummified alongside their owners in ancient Egypt. Over time, their agility and endurance made them valuable not just for hunting but also in modern canine sports.
Despite their long history, Salukis have retained their distinctive, graceful appearance and independent nature, making them a unique and cherished breed worldwide.
The Saluki has an extensive history dating back over thousands of years, with its likeness appearing on ancient Egyptian tombs and Sumerian artifacts. Revered by nobility, these sighthounds were bred by Bedouins and Middle Eastern royalty for their exceptional speed and hunting abilities.
This was particularly useful in chasing fast-moving prey such as gazelles and hares. They become prized companions because of their ability to thrive in harsh desert environments.
Unlike many other breeds, Salukis were often considered sacred, with some even being mummified alongside their owners in ancient Egypt. Over time, their agility and endurance made them valuable not just for hunting but also in modern canine sports.
Despite their long history, Salukis have retained their distinctive, graceful appearance and independent nature, making them a unique and cherished breed worldwide.
Health and Medical Concerns
Cancerology
Cardiology
Dermatology
Endocrinology
Gastroenterology
Hematology & Immune System
Infectious Diseases
Neurology
Ophthalmology
Orthopedics
Pulmonology
Reproduction
Hemangiosarcoma
Hemangiosarcoma is aggressive and often goes undetected until it reaches an advanced stage. It commonly affects the spleen and heart, leading to internal bleeding. (Megquier et al., 2020)
Osteosarcoma
This type of bone cancer is common in long-limbed breeds like the Saluki. It often presents as lameness or swelling in the limbs and progresses rapidly. (Martin et al., 2022)
Health and Medical Concerns
Cancerology
Cancerology
Cancerology
Cardiology
Cardiology
Cardiology
Dermatology
Dermatology
Dermatology
Endocrinology
Endocrinology
Endocrinology
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Hematology & Immune System
Hematology & Immune System
Hematology & Immune System
Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases
Neurology
Neurology
Neurology
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Orthopedics
Orthopedics
Orthopedics
Pulmonology
Pulmonology
Pulmonology
Reproduction
Reproduction
Reproduction
Temperament and Common Traits
Personality
Salukis are reserved but deeply loyal to their families. They are highly intelligent and independent. Their quiet and sensitive nature makes them unsuitable for chaotic households, as they prefer calm, predictable environments.
Salukis are reserved but deeply loyal to their families. They are highly intelligent and independent. Their quiet and sensitive nature makes them unsuitable for chaotic households, as they prefer calm, predictable environments.
Distinct Habits
Salukis rarely bark but will quietly observe their surroundings. They have a strong prey drive, meaning they will chase small animals if not properly trained or leashed. Salukis love resting on elevated surfaces, such as sofas and beds.
Salukis rarely bark but will quietly observe their surroundings. They have a strong prey drive, meaning they will chase small animals if not properly trained or leashed. Salukis love resting on elevated surfaces, such as sofas and beds.
Suitability for Work
Their speed and stamina make them excellent for lure coursing and hunting, where they can showcase their natural agility. Their gentle demeanor allows them to work as therapy dogs.
Their speed and stamina make them excellent for lure coursing and hunting, where they can showcase their natural agility. Their gentle demeanor allows them to work as therapy dogs.
Lifespan
Salukis generally live between 12 to 14 years.
Their lifespan can be as short as 10 years to as long as 17 years with good health.
Their lifespan can be as short as 10 years to as long as 17 years with good health.
Training and Care
Trainability
Salukis are intelligent but independent, meaning they respond best to positive reinforcement and short, engaging training sessions. However, they can grow bored of repetitive commands.
Exercise Requirements
Grooming Needs
Living Conditions
Trainability
Salukis are intelligent but independent, meaning they respond best to positive reinforcement and short, engaging training sessions. However, they can grow bored of repetitive commands.
Exercise Requirements
Grooming Needs
Living Conditions
Trainability
Salukis are intelligent but independent, meaning they respond best to positive reinforcement and short, engaging training sessions. However, they can grow bored of repetitive commands.
Exercise Requirements
Grooming Needs
Living Conditions
Breed Info in the UAE
Adaptability
Legalities
Availability
Heat Sensitivity
Salukis can adapt to hot climates thanks to their thin coat and desert origins. However, they are still vulnerable to extreme temperatures just like any dog.
Precautions
As a safety precaution, Salukis should be walked early in the morning or late in the evening. Constant access to fresh water, shaded areas, and paw protection equipment can help.
Breed Info in the UAE
Adaptability
Legalities
Availability
Heat Sensitivity
Salukis can adapt to hot climates thanks to their thin coat and desert origins. However, they are still vulnerable to extreme temperatures just like any dog.
Precautions
As a safety precaution, Salukis should be walked early in the morning or late in the evening. Constant access to fresh water, shaded areas, and paw protection equipment can help.
Breed Info in the UAE
Adaptability
Legalities
Availability
Heat Sensitivity
Salukis can adapt to hot climates thanks to their thin coat and desert origins. However, they are still vulnerable to extreme temperatures just like any dog.
Precautions
As a safety precaution, Salukis should be walked early in the morning or late in the evening. Constant access to fresh water, shaded areas, and paw protection equipment can help.
Diet & Nutrition
Dietary Needs
Salukis require a high-protein diet to maintain their lean muscle mass and energy levels. They benefit from easily digestible, nutrient-dense food rather than excessive fillers or carbohydrates.
Sensitivities
Food Types
Portion Sizes
Dietary Needs
Salukis require a high-protein diet to maintain their lean muscle mass and energy levels. They benefit from easily digestible, nutrient-dense food rather than excessive fillers or carbohydrates.
Sensitivities
Food Types
Portion Sizes
Dietary Needs
Salukis require a high-protein diet to maintain their lean muscle mass and energy levels. They benefit from easily digestible, nutrient-dense food rather than excessive fillers or carbohydrates.
Sensitivities
Food Types
Portion Sizes
Suitability as a Pet
Ideal Owners
Salukis thrive with active individuals or families who can provide daily exercise, mental stimulation, and unique training needs.
Salukis thrive with active individuals or families who can provide daily exercise, mental stimulation, and unique training needs.
Salukis are gentle with children, but they prefer calm and respectful interactions rather than rough play. They can get along with other dogs but are unsuitable for homes with small pets like rabbits or cats.
Salukis are gentle with children, but they prefer calm and respectful interactions rather than rough play. They can get along with other dogs but are unsuitable for homes with small pets like rabbits or cats.
Compatibility with Children & Pets
First-Time Owner Friendly
Salukis are not ideal for first-time dog owners. This is because they require patience, consistent training, and high maintenance.
Salukis are not ideal for first-time dog owners. This is because they require patience, consistent training, and high maintenance.
Physical Characteristics
Head
The Saluki has a long, narrow head and a refined, tapering muzzle. The nose is black or liver-colored.
The Saluki has a long, narrow head and a refined, tapering muzzle. The nose is black or liver-colored.
Eyes
A Saluki has large, oval-shaped eyes that give it a distinctive, intelligent expression. Their eye color ranges from dark brown to hazel.
A Saluki has large, oval-shaped eyes that give it a distinctive, intelligent expression. Their eye color ranges from dark brown to hazel.
Ears
Salukis have long, feathered ears that hang close to the head. The silky, flowing hair on their ears adds to their graceful appearance.
Salukis have long, feathered ears that hang close to the head. The silky, flowing hair on their ears adds to their graceful appearance.
Body
Salukis have a slender, athletic body built for speed and endurance. They have a deep chest as well as a narrow waist and tucked-up abdomen.
Salukis have a slender, athletic body built for speed and endurance. They have a deep chest as well as a narrow waist and tucked-up abdomen.
Limbs
They have long, straight legs with elongated and well-arched feet.
They have long, straight legs with elongated and well-arched feet.
Tail
The tail is long, curved, and carried low with silky feathering on the underside.
The tail is long, curved, and carried low with silky feathering on the underside.
Coat
Salukis have a short, smooth coat with longer fur on the ears, tail, and legs in most varieties. Coat colors include cream, fawn, red, black & tan, grizzle, and tricolor.
Salukis have a short, smooth coat with longer fur on the ears, tail, and legs in most varieties. Coat colors include cream, fawn, red, black & tan, grizzle, and tricolor.
Size
Male Salukis are 58-71 cm (23-28 inches) tall while females are 56-68 cm (22-27 inches) tall.
Male Salukis are 58-71 cm (23-28 inches) tall while females are 56-68 cm (22-27 inches) tall.
Weight
Males weigh 20-30 kg (40-65 lb) while females weigh 16-20 kg (35-45 lb).
Males weigh 20-30 kg (40-65 lb) while females weigh 16-20 kg (35-45 lb).
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Unique care for your best friends, because they’re family.
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DIP - 8am to 9pm
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