The Saluki or Persian hound (Persian:سگ تازی، Arabic: سلوقي) is a standardised breed developed from sighthounds – dogs that hunt primarily by sight rather than strong scent – that was once used by nomadic tribes to run down game animals. [2] The dog was …

Jan 6, 2025 · There is robust archaeological evidence of the Saluki that dates back at least 5,000 years. Images of slender dogs with feathered ears, tails, and legs have been found on tomb …

Official Standard of the Saluki Head: Long and narrow, skull moderately wide between the ears, not domed, stop not pronounced, the whole showing great quality. Nose black or liver.

Mar 25, 2025 · Graceful, keen-sighted, and generally hardy, the Saluki is a slender, sleek, Greyhound-like sighthound (dogs that chase down prey by sight) with long legs, a narrow body, drop ears, and a silky coat. In the feathered variety the hair is longer on the ears and tail.

Jan 20, 2024 · Ears: Salukis have long, pendant-shaped ears that hang close to their head. The hair on the ears is typically silky and feathered. Body: Their body is long and lean, with a deep chest and well-sprung ribs.

Ears: The ears are long, and in the feathered variety they are covered with silky hair. They are mobile, set on high, and hang close to the sides of the head. Muzzle: Long and refined, the muzzle is roughly equal in length to the skull. It is generally parallel with the backskull, although it tapers towards the nose.

The long ears are set high on the skull, and are adorned with long silky hair, which falls flat to the side of the face. The Saluki’s neck and back are long and lithe, well-muscled but not broad. Its power in the chase comes from the rear, and it has a markedly arched, strong loin.

Jan 7, 2025 · Saluki ears are covered in soft, cascading strands that frame their delicate faces. Saluki eyes are large, oval and expressive. Colors range from dark to bright hazel. Their muzzles are long and narrow with black or liver (brown) noses. Salukis come in …

Jul 18, 2023 · They are known for their dignified appearance: long and narrow heads; long, silky fur on their ears; and curved and silky tails. Overall, these regal hounds look a little like Greyhounds with long hair. Salukis are affectionate toward their loved ones and always want to …

Nov 8, 2023 · Here's everything you need to know about the Saluki dog breed—its history, what to expect from it as a pet, and its daily needs.