Saluki
VS
Swedish Lapphund
Saluki vs Swedish Lapphund
Compare Saluki and Swedish Lapphund 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
Swedish Lapphund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 71 cm
40 – 51 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
19 – 21 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
10 – 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
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
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
Swedish Lapphund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
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 Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund is an ancient Nordic spitz‑type herding dog with a compact, sturdy build and thick black double coat. Lively, vocal and people‑oriented, it excels in herding and dog sports. Active, intelligent and sensitive, it needs regular exercise, training and close family contact.
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