Comparison: Saluki and Sloughi

Saluki and Sloughi are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Saluki
Photo: Timothy A. Gonsalves, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Sloughi
Photo: Dr. Sabine Schlenkrich, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
SalukiSloughi
FCI group10. Sighthounds10. Sighthounds
Country of originIranMorocco
CategoryLargeLarge
Height at withers58–71 cm61–72 cm
Weight16–30 kg–
Life span12–14 years–
Recognition features
  • Lean and graceful with feathering on ears and tail
  • Long thin legs, slim body
  • Colours from cream to black, often solid
  • Very lean, elegant sighthound with a short smooth coat in sandy to red-sand shades
  • Gentle, slightly sad, nostalgic expression of large dark eyes
  • Flat ribs, a long raised sternum and a thin tail ending in an accentuated curve
CoatSmooth coat with feathering on ears and tail.Very short, dense and fine. Colour from light sand through all shades to red sand (fawn), with or without a black mask, black mantle, black brindling or black overlay.
PurposeAn ancient Middle Eastern sighthound hunting gazelles in the desert; one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds.A North African sighthound used for hunting that also appreciates home comforts and is devoted to its master.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.