Afghan Hound vs Saluki Comparison – Which dog is better Baluchi Hound or Gazelle Hound?

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Name	Afghan Hound	Saluki
Origins	Afghanistan	Fertile Crescent
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	93	123
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Baluchi Hound, Tazi, Tazhi Spay, Da Kochyano Spay, Sage Balochi, Ogar Afgan, Eastern Greyhound / Persian Greyhound	Gazelle Hound, Persian Greyhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Afghan Hound vs Saluki breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available
Price Which is cheaper, Afghan Hound or Saluki? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Afghan Hound and Saluki?	$2000-$2500	No data available
Availability	Very frequent	Frequent

Afghan Hound vs Saluki General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Afghan Hound or Saluki? Afghan Hound vs Saluki size comparison:	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Afghan Hound or Saluki? Afghan Hound vs Saluki weight comparison:	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57 pounds (28 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Height Which is taller, Afghan Hound or Saluki? Afghan Hound vs Saluki height comparison:	27-29 inches (69-74 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	28 inches (71.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)

Afghan Hound vs Saluki Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Afghan Hound vs Saluki coat comparison:	Fine	Smooth
Colors What are the original Afghan Hound and Saluki color? Afghan Hound vs Saluki color comparison:	Tan Blue Cream Red White Silver Black	Chocolate Fawn Red White Tan Cream Golden Silver Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Afghan Hound or Saluki? Afghan Hound vs Saluki grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Afghan Hound or Saluki? Afghan Hound vs Saluki shedding:	Afghan Hounds shed moderately.	Salukis shed none to minimal.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Afghan Hound or Saluki?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	4-6 weeks Average.

Afghan Hound vs Saluki Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Afghan Hound or Saluki? Afghan Hound vs Saluki behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Dignified Independent Clownish Happy	Aloof Quiet Loyal Intelligent Reserved
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Afghan Hound or Saluki smarter? Which is best? Afghan Hound vs Saluki intelligence:	Low: The Afghan Hound if one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Saluki.
Trainability Afghan Hound vs Saluki trainability comparison. What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Afghan Hounds are quite easy to train.	Salukis are easy to train.
Playfulness Afghan Hound vs Saluki playfulness comparison:	Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Afghan Hounds don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	Salukis don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Afghan Hounds are average dogs regarding their affection level.	Salukis are average dogs regarding their affection level.
Social Needs Afghan Hound vs Saluki social needs comparison:	Afghan Hounds need for social interaction is average.	Salukis need for social interaction is average.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Afghan Hounds are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.	Salukis are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Afghan Hounds can't provide protection for their territory.	Salukis can't provide protection for their territory.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Afghan Hound vs Saluki mouthiness comparison:	Afghan Hounds have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Salukis have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Afghan Hounds have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.	Salukis have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Saluki? Which can be better for hunting?	Afghan Hounds have a high impulse to chase and catch something.	Salukis have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Afghan Hound fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Saluki fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Afghan Hounds adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Salukis adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Fighting Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Afghan Hound vs Saluki Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Afghan Hound or Saluki? Which dog is more friendly?	Afghan Hounds are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Salukis are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Afghan Hounds are kid-friendly dogs.	Salukis are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Afghan Hounds are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Salukis are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Afghan Hounds are average friendly towards other dogs.	Salukis are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	No Afghan Hounds are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Salukis are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Afghan Hound or Saluki? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Afghan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Not really Afghan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Afghan Hounds usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Salukis usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Afghan Hound vs Saluki Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Afghan Hound vs Saluki health comparison. Which is the healthier: Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Afghan Hound vs Saluki? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Afghan Hound vs Saluki health problems comparison:	Allergies Cancer Cataracts Hypothyroidism	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Average The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy Afghan Hound vs Saluki lifespan comparison. How long do Afghan Hound and Saluki breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Afghan Hound and Saluki?	12-14 years	12-14 years
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Hypoallergenic Afghan Hound vs Saluki hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Afghan Hound or Saluki? Afghan Hound vs Saluki energy level comparison:	Afghan Hounds are high energy dogs.	Salukis are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Afghan Hound vs Saluki exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Afghan Hound or Saluki? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Afghan Hounds need quite a lot of exercise.	Salukis have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Afghan Hounds don't need too much sleep.	Salukis don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Afghan Hound or Saluki? Does the Afghan Hound breed eat more than the Saluki breed?	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Afghan Hound vs Saluki weight gain potential comparison:	Low.	Low.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	Prefers cold weather The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Afghan Hound or Saluki?	Medium The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Afghan Hound vs Saluki?	The Afghan Hound is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Saluki is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Afghan Hound vs Saluki Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Afghan Hound and Saluki have? Afghan Hound vs Saluki litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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