At a glance
Basic requirements and commitment level
Daily requirements
Context & compatibility
Is this right for you?
Common scenarios where this breed tends to fit well or less well
A good match
- Can offer secure sprint time in fenced spaces
- Prefer a quiet home with calm routines
Not ideal
- Prefer an off-leash lifestyle outside fenced areas
- Have free-roaming small pets that run
Care & health
Setup, routines, and health considerations
Care overview
Sensitive, elegant, and independent—often deeply bonded but reserved, with strong chase instincts. Indoors they’re typically calm; outdoors they can be intensely focused.
Environment & space
Secure fenced sprint space is ideal. They’re often a poor match for off-leash expectations in unfenced areas.
Daily routine
Daily walks plus occasional safe runs, with training kept gentle and cooperative rather than forceful.
Health sensitivities
Owners often plan around temperature comfort, careful conditioning, and deep-chested bloat awareness; sprint-related injury prevention is also a practical theme.
Grooming / coat
Low-to-moderate grooming depending on feathering—routine brushing keeps coat tidy.
Background
Origins and how that history shapes what you see today
Origin region
Middle East
Background
One of the oldest coursing hounds, the Saluki has deep roots across the Middle East as a hunter of fast game in open landscapes. It was prized for speed, endurance, and an efficient stride. In modern life, Salukis are often quiet and reserved, but they can switch to full chase mode in a blink, which shapes leash and running habits.
Social & behavior
Temperament and interaction style
Personality & activity
Quiet and sensitive, low-key indoors with sudden speed outdoors. Often selective about affection and strongly chase-motivated.
Handling & social style
Prefers calm interaction and gentle handling. Too much pressure can make them withdraw.