Greyhound vs Saluki

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

Greyhound vs Saluki
Greyhound
Saluki
Greyhound
Saluki
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General Details
Greyhound
Saluki
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
25-30 Inches
21-28 Inches
Weight
60-85 Pounds
35-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Greyhound
Saluki
Origin Country
Egypt
Iraq
Origin Year
-4000 BC
-6000 BC
Temperament
Greyhound
Saluki
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Greyhound
Saluki
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Greyhound
Saluki
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
65-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Greyhound
Saluki
Energy Level
Low
High
Exercise Required
Low to Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
45 MPH
42 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Greyhound
Saluki
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greyhound
Saluki
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Greyhound
Saluki
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Greyhound
Saluki
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greyhound
Saluki
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Greyhound
Saluki
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Osteoarthritis
Alopecia
Sensitivity to anesthesia
Cold intolerance
Pannus
Vitreous degeneration
Musculoskeletal injuries
Hypothyroidism
Hemangiosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Sensitivity to anesthesia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greyhound
Saluki
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Greyhound
Saluki
Breed Colors
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