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 …

Mar 25, 2025 · Saluki is a breed of hound whose ancestors may date to 7000 to 6000 BCE. The breed was popular throughout the ancient Fertile Crescent (from northern Egypt, across …

Jan 6, 2025 · The sleek and graceful Saluki has hunted with mankind for thousands of years. Here are 10 interesting facts about the exotic Saluki.

“The Saluki, royal dog of Egypt, is perhaps the oldest known breed of domesticated dog. They are identified by some historians as “a distinct breed and type as long ago as 329 B.C. when …

Oct 22, 2018 · Classy looking and energetic, the timeworn Saluki is commonly accepted as one of the oldest canine breeds. Long before the Egyptian civilization rose up from the banks of the …

Feb 23, 2024 · For thousands of years, this breed, known as the royal dog of Egypt, served as the hunting hound of kings. Today, these dogs remain fast, agile sprinters who love a good chase …

Apr 23, 2023 · Saluki Dog Breed Info: Meet The Royal Dog of Egypt Last Updated on April 23, 2023 An ancient breed that’s slim but rugged, the Saluki is a hunting hound known for its …

Jun 10, 2024 · The Saluki dog is one of the oldest known breeds, with a history that dates back to ancient civilizations; depictions of Saluki-like dogs have been found in Egyptian tombs dating …

Dec 30, 2015 · From Mesopotamia, traders carried the Saluki throughout the Middle East and into the Nile Valley where these dogs became the favourite hounds of the ancient Egyptian ruling …