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Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Comparison - Dog breed selector: Coban Kopegi or Barzoi or Persian Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Akbash Dog Borzoi Saluki
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Coban Kopegi
Akbash dog
Turkish Shepherd
Barzoi
Psovoi
Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya
Russian Wolfhound
Persian Greyhound
Gazelle Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Which is the smallest dog, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Large Large
Giant
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Borzoi? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki weight comparison:
Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg) Male: 75-105 pounds (34-48 kg), Female: 60-90 pounds (27-41kg) 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg) Male: 90 pounds (41 kg), Female: 75 pounds (34 kg) 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki height comparison:
Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $1000-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Borzoi is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low: The Borzoi is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki trainability comparison.
Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Borzoi dogs are easy to train.
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Saluki dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Borzoi dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Saluki dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Borzoi dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Independent
Intelligent
Gentle
Quiet
Athletic
Respectful
Aloof
Intelligent
Loyal
Quiet
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Akbash Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Borzoi dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki?
Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Borzoi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki social needs comparison:
Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Borzoi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Borzoi is strong enough to escape from home.
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Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Borzoi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki playfulness comparison:
Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Borzois, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki?
Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally.
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Low: The Borzoi barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Borzoi indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Akbash Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Borzoi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Akbash Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.
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.

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akbash Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Borzoi bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Saluki bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Akbash Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Borzoi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki mouthiness comparison:
Akbash Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Borzoi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki?
Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Borzoi 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: Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Anesthesia Sensitivity
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Dental Problems
Thyroid Disorder
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Akbash Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Borzoi 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
Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki lifespan comparison. How long do Akbash Dog, Borzoi and Saluki breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Borzoi: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Akbash Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Borzoi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki energy level comparison:
Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Borzoi dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Borzoi dogs have an average exercise need.
Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Borzoi dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals. 4 to 7 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? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Akbash Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Borzoi has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics.
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Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki coat comparison:
Thick
Smooth
Feathered Smooth
Colors
What are the original Akbash Dog, Borzoi and Saluki color?
White Black
Red
Cream
White
Sable
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
White
Silver
Fawn
Golden
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki grooming comparison:
Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Borzoi requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Akbash Dog or Borzoi or {name3 shedding:
Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Borzoi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Saluki dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki?

Medium

The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Borzoi 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?
The Akbash Dog is an average drooler.
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The Borzoi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Akbash Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Borzoi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Which dog is more friendly?
Akbash Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Borzoi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Akbash Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Borzoi dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Borzoi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki?
Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Borzoi dogs are not dog-friendly.
Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki?
Yes
Akbash Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Borzoi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Akbash Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Borzoi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Akbash Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Borzois are not the best breed for elderly people.
Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Akbash Dog or Borzoi or Saluki? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki?

Not really

Akbash Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Borzoi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Akbash Dog and Borzoi and Saluki have?
6-8 puppies 1-11 puppies 4-8 puppies

Akbash Dog vs Borzoi vs Saluki Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1891 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?
Not recognized by 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
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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