Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Comparison – Which dog is better Persian Greyhound or Husky?

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Name	Saluki	Alaskan Husky
Origins	Fertile Crescent	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Saluki and Alaskan Husky. What other names are these breeds known by?	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	Husky
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Saluki and an Alaskan Husky. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Saluki and an Alaskan Husky. Which breed is heavier?	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Saluki or Alaskan Husky? Is a Saluki taller than an Alaskan Husky?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Saluki and an Alaskan Husky. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Saluki or Alaskan Husky?	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare training requirements.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare alertness levels.	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare territorial behaviors.	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Saluki and an Alaskan Husky. How do their temperaments differ?	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Saluki vs Alaskan Husky?	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Saluki vs Alaskan Husky?	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Saluki vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Saluki vs Alaskan Husky?	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Saluki vs Alaskan Husky? Which can be better for hunting?	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
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Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare adaptability levels.	Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Saluki or Alaskan Husky?	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.

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Saluki and an Alaskan Husky. Which breed is healthier?	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Saluki vs Alaskan Husky?	Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saluki vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saluki vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:	No data available	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare activity levels.	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Saluki vs Alaskan Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Saluki or Alaskan Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Saluki or Alaskan Husky?	Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare obesity risks.	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Saluki and Alaskan Husky? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare drooling amounts.	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Saluki and an Alaskan Husky? Compare fur types.	Smooth	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Saluki or Alaskan Husky? Do Saluki dogs shed more than Alaskan Husky dogs?	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare kid-friendliness.	Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Saluki or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Saluki or Alaskan Husky?	Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Saluki or Alaskan Husky? Can a Saluki and an Alaskan Husky be friends? Do Saluki dogs get along with Alaskan Husky dogs?	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Saluki vs Alaskan Husky?	Yes Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Saluki or an Alaskan Husky? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Saluki and Alaskan Husky. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Saluki and Alaskan Husky. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Saluki and Alaskan Husky breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Saluki and Alaskan Husky. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Saluki vs Alaskan Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Saluki and Alaskan Husky. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Saluki and Alaskan Husky. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Saluki and Alaskan Husky. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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