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Saluki: Personality, Exercise, Health
Group: Hound Dogs
AKC Ranking: 116
About
Saluki
Saluki is a
graceful sight hound, bred to course (chase
down) small prey. Its instinct to course makes
it a fast runner and requires lots of space
with safety provided.
Should you be considering
a Saluki, know that their need to run freely
but safely needs to be satisfied frequently.
They train well to the lead
and can appreciate long walks; however, their
gait is not suited to most joggers, rather
to rollerblades and those on bicycles.
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Appearing guarded and aloof, this
breed is really more sensitive then anything and
loves companionship, but in small numbers.
Best with other Salukis, they can
be shy and submissive with other breeds. Gentle
training is required and, with the exception of
their need chase prey, are responsive to most commands.
They are fine with older children
but as with adults can bond more closely with one
individual.
Hygiene is important to the breed
and their cat-like grooming demonstrates this.
Grooming
Grooming requirements depend on
the density of the coat but should include frequent
brushing and nail clipping. Since Salukis are prideful
of their appearance, bathing should be done only
when needed.
Health Issues
Eye Disease and some cancers are
found in this breed but quality breeding can reduce
the possibility of occurrence. The nose is sensitive
to sunburn so care needs to be taken to prevent
this from happening.
Height
Females are slightly smaller than
males and the breed can be found to stand 23-28”
in height.
Weight: They weigh between 40-65
lbs.
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years.
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