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Saluki

Gentle, Dignified, Independent-Minded

The beauty of Salukis has been a thing of wonder for thousands of years. They’re slim and leggy, but very strong and perfectly balanced, like a great athlete or dancer. Males can stand between 23 and 28 inches at the shoulder; females can be much shorter. They come in a many colo…

⚖️ 40–65 lbs 📏 23–28" 🎂 10–17 years 🧠 Intelligence #43 — average
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Traits

Saluki Characteristics

Energy

80%

Shedding

40%

Trainability

40%

Grooming

20%

Friendliness

40%

Coat Type

Silky coat Occasional Bath/Brush

Breed data

Data Snapshot

🧠 #43

Intelligence

🎂 12yr

Average lifespan

💰 $25K

Lifetime cost

🍖 $710/yr

Annual food estimate

👨‍👩‍👧 Great

With kids

🩺 0

Known conditions

Owner resources

Matched Resources for Saluki Owners

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Saluki food & nutrition tools
ChefPaw Dog Food Maker
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Saluki training & walking gear
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For Saluki owners
The Veteran - Custom Pet Canvas
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Care basics

Saluki Care Tips

Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.

Owner fit

Who the Saluki Suits

  • Recommended for experienced owners — higher owner difficulty rating of 8/10.

  • Urban-friendly: adapts well to apartment or townhouse living when daily exercise is consistent.

  • Naturally friendly and independent, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.

  • Working heritage means structured activity matters — under-stimulation can lead to problem behaviors.

Grooming commitment: high — daily detangling, pin brush only, professional trim every 8–10 weeks

Before you choose

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Classification

FCI Classification

FCI Group Group 10 — Sighthounds
Section Windhonden met bevedering of lange vacht
Status Recognized

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