Saluki
A graceful, reserved Middle Eastern sighthound, quiet at home and very fast outdoors.
- Lifespan
- 12–13 years
- Weight
- 14–25 kg
- Height
- 56–71 cm
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Pros
- Quiet and calm at home
- Easy coat care
- Gentle and sensitive with its owner
Keep in mind
- Bolts after prey and is slow to return
- Independent and sensitive to harshness
Living together
- Let run only in a safe area
- Train gently and patiently
Traits
Life at home
Apartment-friendly
Noise level
Tolerates being alone
Size
Character
Good with children
Good with other pets
Calm temperament
Trainability
Beginner-friendly
Activity, care and costs
Exercise needs
Grooming needs
Shedding
Cost of ownership
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