Saluki
VS
Afghan Hound
Saluki vs Afghan Hound
Compare Saluki and Afghan Hound side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Saluki
Afghan Hound
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 71 cm
63 – 74 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
26 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
2/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking level
1/5
1/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
Characteristics
Saluki
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Stubborn
Medium
Afghan Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Summary
About Saluki
The Saluki is an ancient, elegant sighthound known for speed, endurance, and a calm, sensitive nature. Gentle yet independent, it needs kind training, secure space to sprint, moderate grooming for its fine coat, and careful handling of strong chase and prey instincts.
About Afghan Hound
Ancient sighthound with tall, elegant build and long silky coat needing frequent grooming. Aloof with strangers but affectionate with family, independent and sensitive to harsh handling. Requires calm, positive training, secure exercise, and careful health and coat care.
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