A Saluki may be right for you. Providing a safe enclosed area where he can gallop. Shyness or suspiciousness when not socialized enough. Emotional sensitivity to stress and abrupt changes in schedule. Strong instincts to chase other living creatures that run. Slowness to learn and an independent "what's in it for me?"
What is the purpose of a Saluki?
These dogs were bred to chase prey over long and difficult ground, so they are not as fragile as they look. Salukis can run 30-35 miles per hour, and some breeders say Salukis can run almost 50 miles per hour, which explains why Arab tribesmen used them for hunting gazelle.
Do Salukis make good pets?
Salukis are quiet at home, extremely gentle with children, and good with other dogs. They make adequate watchdogs, but miserable protection dogs. Salukis must get a chance to run, and run hard, every day. Given this chance, they are moderately obedient, as long as they happen to want the same thing you want.
Can Salukis be aggressive?
Generally quiet but alert, he's a good watchdog, but not a guard dog. Salukis are fearless in the hunt but otherwise unaggressive.
Do Salukis like to cuddle?
They will sleep on your bed and sofa and they love to cuddle up to you. Salukis can be picky eaters, but also greedy so make sure that you don't leave anything on the kitchen worktops.
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