Saluki – Dog Breed Information About World's Oldest Dog Breed

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Learn about the Saluki dog breed including information about its history, personality, and what it’s like to live with one.
One of the ancient dog breeds in the world, the lanky but rough Saluki was predominantly the hunting dog of emperors for hundreds and hundreds of years.
They are quick and magnificent sprinters who prefer a good chase. They make charismatic, independent, and respected but loyal pets.
Saluki Height And Weight
Height- Male- 23-28 inches, Female-21-24 inches
Weight-Male-40-65 lbs, Female-35-45 lbs
Saluki Lifespan
The average lifespan of this dog is between 10-17 years. With extra care and proper maintenance, they can live a longer life.
Saluki Appearance
The whole look of this dog should give a feeling of elegance and grace and of unimaginable endurance and speed coupled with activity and strength.
The breed should be strong enough to kill gazelle and another quarry over rocky terrains. They should be gentle and dignified with far-seeing, faithful, powerful eyes.
Head
Narrow and long, frame moderately wide, not domed. Nose liver or black.
Ears:
Protected with long silky hair sticking close to the mobile and the skull.
Eyes
Not over powerful but oval and large; Bright and dark to hazel
Saluki Temperament:
The Saluki is mostly a one-family pet, shy with strangers, tending to be totally aloof with strangers.
They are devoted, but not like Shi Tzus, who steal every opportunity to sit on your lap.
These dogs are widely good and gentle with children and other pets. They make a brilliant keeper and overseer dogs. They are not known for their protective capabilities.
These dogs always need a chance a run and train hard. They are somewhat obedient.
Salukis can live harmoniously with cats if early socialization is part of their daily upbringing.
These dogs love to lounge but live to exercise. Make no mistake about it, this gentle sprinter is a brilliant runner and hunter at heart.
Prefer any game that included high-velocity running, Salukis are exciting to watch when they run.
If you expect Lassie-dog-like love and obedience, you are wasting your time with this breed. They don’t drive you down the road, jump vigorously, or bark incessantly. Salukis love digging.
Saluki Grooming And Shedding:
Basically, they have two different types of coats, smooth and feathered and they can be well-maintained with weekly brushing.
However, dogs with tail feathering or a long ear may require a lot more attention.
They are naturally clean dogs. These dogs seldom produce a bad doggy odor. Bathing need be done if these dogs get nasty or you have a dog competition to attend.
Being low-shedding dogs, they can look chic and clean with a wipe down using a wet cloth. Saluki Training
This dog will reap rich rewards with three forms of training-
Mental training
For proper mental exercise and stimulation, canine activities such as agility, flyball, and lure coursing are all good choices.
Obedience training
Basic obedience training helps the dog pick up manners in the community and home. Well-trained dogs are loved almost everywhere.
Basic crate training
The crate training is necessary when the dog requires to be neatly restricted in the home.
If started early, it is simple to train Salukis for daily teeth brushing and nail trimming.
Saluki Price:
You can adopt one than purchasing one from a breeder at a higher cost. The average cost to adopt is $300.
In general, they are sold by premium breeders usually cost between $1000-$3000.

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