Also known as: "Gazelle Hound", "Tazi", "Royal Dog of Egypt", "Persian Greyhound"
Breed Overview
The Saluki (or Gazelle Hound) is a Medium dog breed, with a starting weight of 35 lbs that can reach 65 lbs. It is officially part of the Hound group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Saluki (or Gazelle Hound) breed has a typical lifespan of 12 to 14 years, Long hair, and have Lite shedding. Breeders interested in the Saluki (or Gazelle Hound) should know that the average litter size is between 5 to 7 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 12-14 years |
Height: 18-28" |
Shedding: Lite |
Litter Size: 5-7 pups |
| Group: Hound |
Weight: 35-65 lbs |
Hair Length: Long |
Size: Medium |
Saluki (or Gazelle Hound) Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Hound |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Medium |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
Egypt |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
no |
Hypoallergenic |
no |
| Stranger Friendly |
somewhat |
Active Indoors |
no |
| Apartment Friendly |
no |
Exercise Demands |
yes |
| Pet Friendly |
no |
Yard Needs |
large |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
no |
Saluki (or Gazelle Hound) Temperament
gentle, affectionate, loyal, can't take harsh discipline, friendly, submissive, makes a good watchdog, natural instinct is to chase and kill non-canine animals
Health Problems
genetic eye diseases and cancer
Saluki (or Gazelle Hound) Coat
Saluki (or Gazelle Hound) Dog Colors
White, cream, fawn, gold, red, black and tan, tri-color, or tan with a mixture of white hairs with black or red hairs
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR