Saluki vs Carolina Dog

Compare the Saluki to the Carolina Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Salukis and Carolina Dogs.

Saluki vs Carolina Dog
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Saluki
Carolina Dog
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General Details
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-28 Inches
17-24 Inches
Weight
35-65 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Origin Country
Iraq
United States
Origin Year
-6000 BC
1893 AD
Temperament
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
35-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High
Top Running Speed
42 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Common Health Issues
Hypothyroidism
Hemangiosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Sensitivity to anesthesia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Saluki
Carolina Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Brown
Cream
Red
Tan
White
Black
Black and Tan
Buff
Red-ginger
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