2. The Sloughi/Saluki/Tazi/Afghan/Taigan of today are varieties of one breed, the Saluqi, with little overlap with other dog breeds.
Is Sloughi the same as Saluki?
It is pronounced the same way as Saluki, and is artificially used to group all slughi/saluki breeds together into one breed, instead of a group of breeds. Engraving from L'Acclimatation, circa 1880. Slughi of the Sahara: is the breed named "Sloughi" in the Western World.
Is a Saluki Greyhound?
Although individuals vary greatly in form, all salukis possess a general greyhound-like build, combining long, slender legs, a relatively narrow body, fairly deep chest, slightly arched loin, small waist and long tail. The saluki is slighter, thinner and somewhat more angular than the greyhound.
What's the difference between a Borzoi and a Saluki?
One key difference between Borzois and Salukis is their coats. Borzoi dogs have a long double coat. Salukis are short-haired over most or all of their body, but sometimes have long fur on their ears, legs, and tails. When it comes to coat color, Salukis have more variation.
More useful articles on a similar topic 👇
What kind of dog is a Scottish Greyhound?How much does a Sloughi cost?
