Saluki
Saluki is a large Hound breed from Middle East. Known for being gentle, dignified, independent. Has an average lifespan of 10-17 years and a weight range of 40-65 lbs.
Breed Profile
About This Breed
The Saluki or Arabian hound or Persian hound is a standardised breed developed from sighthounds – dogs that hunt primarily by sight rather than strong scent – that was once used by nomadic tribes to run down game animals. The dog was originally bred in the Fertile Crescent. The modern breed is typically deep-chested and long-legged, and similar dogs appear in medieval and ancient art. The breed is most closely related to the Afghan hound, a basal breed that predates the emergence of modern breeds in the 19th century, and the Saluki has been purebred both in the Middle East, including by royalty, since at least that era, and in the West since the 1840s, though as a free-breeding landrace, similar dogs are common as feral animals in the Middle East. A related standardised breed is the north African Sloughi. The saluki is one possible explanation for the mythical Set animal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does a Saluki get?
A Saluki typically weighs 40-65 lbs and stands 23-28 inches tall. They are classified as a large-sized breed.
How long does a Saluki live?
The average lifespan of a Saluki is 10-17 years.
What is a Saluki's temperament?
The Saluki is known for being gentle, dignified, independent.
Where does the Saluki come from?
The Saluki originates from Middle East.
What group does the Saluki belong to?
The Saluki belongs to the Hound group.