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Name	Saluki	Whippet	Hortaya Borzaya
Origins	Fertile Crescent	England	Russia Ukraine Belarus
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	Snap Dog English Whippet	Chortaja borzaja Hort Hrt Kurtas Kурч Chort
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Which is the smallest dog, Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	Large	Medium	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Saluki or Whippet or Whippet? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya weight comparison:	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 61-75 pounds (28-34 kg), Female: 48-61 pounds (22-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1200	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy 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 Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Hortaya Borzaya dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya trainability comparison.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Active Intelligent Friendly Gentle Trainable Vigilant Guarding
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. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Hortaya Borzaya dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya social needs comparison:	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya 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 Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya playfulness comparison:	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Hortaya Borzaya is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Hortaya Borzaya barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Hortaya Borzaya breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	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.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hortaya Borzaya bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hortaya Borzaya has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya mouthiness comparison:	Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya health comparison. Which is the healthier: Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya?	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya health problems comparison:	No data available	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	No data available
Veterinarian Visits 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 Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Hortaya Borzaya should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya lifespan comparison. How long do Saluki, Whippet and Hortaya Borzaya breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Hortaya Borzaya: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Hortaya Borzaya has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya coat comparison:	Smooth	Fine Short Close in texture	Dense Straight Close Fitting Elastic
Colors What are the original Saluki, Whippet and Hortaya Borzaya color?	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Red Cream White Sable Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hortaya Borzaya doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Saluki or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Hortaya Borzaya dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hortaya Borzaya has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Hortaya Borzaya is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Good With Comparison

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

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya 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. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Saluki or Whippet or Hortaya Borzaya? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya?	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hortaya Borzaya breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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.

Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Saluki and Whippet and Hortaya Borzaya have?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Saluki vs Whippet vs Hortaya Borzaya Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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