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Compare Saluki and Azawakh. Which is better: Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi?
Name | Saluki | Azawakh | Sloughi |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 123 | 492 | 188 |
Reviews | 2 | 1 | 0 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi breeds. |
Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound |
Bareeru Hanshee Oska Rawondu Tuareg Sloughi Wulo Idi |
Sloughi Moghrebi Berber Greyhound |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi? Compare adult weight ranges. | 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg) | Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg) | Male: 55-65 pounds (25-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg) | Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg) | Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi height comparison: | 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm) | Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm) | Male: 26.4-28.3 inches (66-72 cm), Female: 24-26.7 inches (61-68 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm) | Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm) | Male: 26.4-28.3 inches (69 cm), Female: 24-26.7 inches (64.5 cm) |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $600-$800 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? | 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. | Frequent: The Sloughi is easier than average to get. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is easiest to train? | Saluki dogs are easy to train. | Azawakh dogs are quite easy to train. | Sloughi dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed is most alert? | Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. | Azawakh dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Sloughi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed is most protective? | Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Azawakh dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Sloughi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi? Compare temperaments. |
Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved |
Aloof Affectionate Loyal Attentive Refined Fierce Rugged |
Playful Independent Alert Sensitive Intelligent Sweet Faithful |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Azawakh dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi? | Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average to High: Azawakh dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | Average: Sloughi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi social needs comparison: | Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. | Azawakh dogs need for social interaction is average. | Sloughi dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Azawakh dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Sloughi dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Azawakh dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Sloughi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Azawakh rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Sloughi rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Azawakhs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Sloughis, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Azawakh breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Sloughi breed. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed is most flexible? | Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Azawakh dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Sloughi dogs adapt badly to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Azawakh has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Sloughi has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which uses mouth most during play? | Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Azawakh dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Sloughi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Azawakh bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Sloughi bite force: Ordinary. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Azawakh: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Sloughi: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has fewer health issues? | The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Azawakh is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Sloughis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Azawakh should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Sloughi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi health problems comparison: | No data available |
Hypothyroidism Bloat Heart Problems Skin Allergies Anesthesia Sensitivity Autoimmune Thyroiditis Eosinophilic Myositus Idiopathic Epilepsy Lacerations Seizures Wobbler's Syndrome | No data available |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which breed is most active? | Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs. | Azawakh dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Sloughi dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Saluki dogs have an average exercise need. | Azawakh dogs have an average exercise need. | Sloughi dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? | Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep. | Azawakh dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Sloughi dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. | Average: The Azawakh has an average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The Sloughi has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which needs most food? | 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. | 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate |
Black Gray Blue White Brown Brindle Golden |
Black Cream Fawn Brindle Spotted |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Azawakh requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Sloughi requires minimal grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which drools least? | The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Azawakh is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Sloughi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Azawakh has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Sloughi has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Smooth | Smooth |
Dense Straight |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? Saluki or Azawakh or {name3 shedding: | Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. | Azawakh dogs shed moderately. | Sloughi dogs shed moderately. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is best with kids? | Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Azawakh dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Sloughi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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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. | Azawakh dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Sloughi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? Which dog is more friendly? | Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Azawakh dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Sloughi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? | Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Azawakh dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Sloughi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Saluki or Azawakh or Sloughi? | Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Azawakh dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Sloughi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi? |
Yes Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Azawakh dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
No Sloughi 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 Azawakh is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Sloughi 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. | Azawakhs are not the best breed for elderly people. | Sloughis are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as 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. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Azawakh breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Sloughi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which is best for draft work? | 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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has most military use? | 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. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has most puppies? | 4-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Saluki vs Azawakh vs Sloughi Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Saluki, Azawakh, and Sloughi. Which has most recognition? | No data available | No data available | No data available |
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