Saluki - TOP 10 Interesting Facts

Top 10 interesting facts about the Saluki, a fast, intelligent and aloof dog breed.

Short Saluki description:
Salukis are very thin, but not weak. They have the typical sighthound built – long slender legs, narrow body, deep chest, long tail and small waist. The average Saluki height is between 23-28 inches which is 58-71 cm and weight between 40-60 pounds, which is 18-27 kgs.

Saluki creates strong bond with their family and they are totally devoted to it. On the other hand, they are pretty reserved and aloof with strangers. They are okay with other dogs, gentle with kids and they are very quiet at home. Other household pets, other than dogs, are not safe around Salukis, but there are some exceptions of Salukis living with cats, but they need to be socialized with them from the puppyhood.

Saluki facts VIDEO TIMESTAMPS:
0:23 Ancient history
0:49 Nobility
1:21 Coat versions
1:49 Exercise
2:12 Prey drive
2:40 Personality
3:06 Size
3:31 Health
3:51 Maintenance
4:12 Living conditions

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[Rocadog]

Is the Saluki your favourite dog breed?

[hannah..]

Yes we have one too, Sally, and we enjoy walking on the dutch beach every morning, being both very happy❤

[OdditiesOffcial]

Awesome breed, love them! I believe they have a higher endurance when it comes to speed than Greyhounds, great video sir!

[Meow_]

Actually the saluki IS the oldest dog breed

[crystalbluewire]

You forgot to mention that Salukis do not stink. Your home will never smell of dog if you have only a Saluki. I cannot emphasize enough, how much they need to run, play and exercise. Do NOT get a Saluki if you do not have the time to spend with it. You don't own a Saluki. . . You marry one. Make darn sure that you do extensive research about this breed before you get one. They are well worth it, providing that you are well worth them. Must have a huge bed and couch. Salukis will destroy everything if left alone for long periods. ( More than eight hours ) They require high quality food. Alot of love and most of your attention and time. Yes, I was privaliged to have one ( be owned by one lol) 35 years ago. Just speaking from experience. I had to be vetted and have an excellent referral by another Saluki owner before I could get one. Maybe acquisition standards have changed since then but you will not find this breed at Petco or in mall outlets. Think before you buy. Thanks.

[Jimtheprovo]

My Alfie is a cross between a saluki greyhound and he catches lots of deer, my old dog spot was an outdoor dog was an irish wolfhound cross greyhound and he done rabbits and hares my wee Patterdale Jack Russell cross catches squirrels and had a pheasant and a duck

[jasonkim]

As a dog lover in my mid-50s, I live in a spacious apartment in South Korea in front of the park and enjoys riding a bicycle. Currently, I have been growing the Sighthonud “Italian Greyhound” for more than 10 years. Since I was born, I have always lived with dogs for more than 50 years, but when I was a child, except for “German Shepherd” and “Collie, ” in a mansion with a large yard, I have only raised short breeds of small dogs.
I have a wish to raise a large dog shortly before my retirement, so I am going to adopt "Saluki" from Japan. I used to think of “Border Collie” and “Golden Retriever” as big dog candidates before, but I think it is more difficult than “Saluki” in my situation and environment. If you walk for an hour every day, “Saluki” asks if it is okay to welcome you as a dog due to the nature of the breed. It may vary depending on the case, but is it a dog breed that is difficult to raise with a bunch of accidents [training, personality, affection for the owner, maintaining a smooth relationship with other breeds, hair management, etc.] Or would it be better to abandon my greed and adopt the “Coton de Tulear”, a small dog with a completely different personality?
We would be very grateful if you could respond.

[paulhill]

Never heard of this Dog Breed, thanks for the good info.😊😊😊

[milliemahoney]

I have a small version of Saluki. I worked at the humane society for 4 years and fostered for 21 and never once saw one in rescue. Never knew they existed until I adopted my Sadie. She is the most intellgent and awesome dog I've ever had.

[S-O-T]

Brilliant video 😎
Had saluki cross greyhounds since 1978
The king of all dog's 😎

[carolynchamberlain]

Salukis are the mascot of Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Illinois.

[emmabown]

We owned a whippet for 10 years from a puppy. Unfortunately he died way too early (liver cancer) but he died at home with his humans. My husband loves the Saluki breed. They sound very much like a whippet. Only difference is the length of walk. My hubby walks a mile a day in the countryside would this be enough once a day or twice? Many thanks on the info. 🇬🇧😊

[zerdtt]

This is my backup plan if I don’t get a greyhound

[bike_lubricant]

I have one called pickle she's very fast

[ahmedaljubali]

Man here in saudi arabia we have them every where they are street dogs
Many use them for hunting in the desert.. Also many owners leave them outside.. What fence you are talking about .. Very smart and loyal dogs
But i never knew that they are well known and highly praised breed till i lived in USA

[pistine]

Where can I get this breed..? I am in Botswana

[Someone-kbdb]

The origin of the Saluki dog is Arabic from the state of Yemen since the stone ages. And the name Saluki is named after a Village located in Yemen and it is an Arabic name✨