Saluki
VS
Samoyed
Saluki vs Samoyed
Compare Saluki and Samoyed 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
Samoyed
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 71 cm
52 – 57 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
Barking level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Saluki
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Stubborn
Medium
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
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 Samoyed
Medium, strong Arctic spitz bred by the Samoyede people to herd reindeer, pull sleds, and share family tents. Noted for its “Samoyed smile” and heavy, low‑odor double coat. Social, energetic, vocal, and intelligent, it needs close companionship, firm positive training, and ample exercise.
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