Saluki
Saluki
VS
Saint Bernard
Saint Bernard

Saluki vs Saint Bernard

Compare Saluki and Saint Bernard 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
Saint Bernard
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 71 cm
65 – 90 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
60 – 100 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
8 – 10 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
5/5
Barking level
1/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics

Saluki
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Stubborn
Medium
Saint Bernard
Great with kids
Giant

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 Saint Bernard
Large, gentle mountain dog developed by Swiss monks for rescue and companionship. Calm and affectionate, especially with children, but very big, drooly, and heavy shedding. Needs moderate exercise, careful joint and health management, and close inclusion in family life.

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