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Saluki
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The Saluki is perhaps the oldest known breed of domesticated
dog. A study published in the May 21, 2004 issue of Science
confirms the Saluki's antiquity through DNA analysis identifying it
as one of the earliest breeds to diverge from wolves. Like
elsewhere in the Fertile Crescent region, Saluki-like animals
appear on the ancient ceramics from Susa and Sialk of 3500 BC in
Iran, as well as on Egyptian tombs of 2100 BC. The breed had
been occasionally imported to England before 1840, however
there was no serious interest until the Hon. Florence Amherst
imported a breeding pair of Salukis from Lower Egypt in 1895 and
began working to popularize the breed. The Kennel Club
recognized Salukis in 1923.
Widely admired for its beauty, speed and endurance, the Saluki is
a sighthound and historically traveled throughout the Middle East
with nomadic desert tribes over an area stretching from the
Sahara to the Caspian Sea. As a result, different Saluki subtypes,
varying mostly in colour and coat, can be found across this widely
scattered area.
Although the Greyhound is the fastest dog breed with a top speed
of around 45 mph (72 km/h), the Saluki's strength lies in its great
endurance and stamina. They may not be the fastest sighthounds,
but they can run for much longer than the sprinting breeds.
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Saluki
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Country of Origin
Middle East region
Weight
30-65 lb
Height
23-28 in
Coat
Smooth and feathered
Color
Fawn, white, cream, black and tan,
gold and red
Life span
13-16 years
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Description
Appearance
They are 58–71 cm and 13–30 kg in weight. The overall
appearance of the Saluki is one of grace and symmetry. Salukis
are "sight" hounds which means they sight the quarry, run it down,
catch and retrieve/dispatch it. There are two coat types evident in
the Saluki gene pool: smooth and feathered. In both varieties
males may range from 23 to 28 inches at the top of the shoulder
with females measuring somewhat smaller.
Temperament
A true Saluki retains the qualities of hunting hounds and may seem
reserved and aloof. They learn quickly but can get bored with
repetition, so training sessions should be short and varied.
Sensitive and intelligent, the Saluki should never be trained using
force or hard-handed methods.
they will "sing" (a high pitched howl, with oscillating volume) when
they feel that something is wrong or when a member of the family is
away for a long period of time. This "singing" can also be for
bonding in the family (pack) group. . Salukis have a fairly long life
span, living an average of 13–16 years.
Health
The Saluki is a very healthy breed. The largest widespread health
problem in the breed is a sensitivity to anesthesia as a result of low
levels of body fat. The Saluki tends to have large litters. Litters of
ten puppies are not at all unusual.
History
The Saluki has historically served as a courser, a speedy hunting
dog that operated in packs. They often hunted in tandem with
falcons which locate the prey and for the dogs to run down.
Salukis appear on Egyptian tombs from 2100 B.C. The dogs were
so esteemed that they were often mummified like the bodies of the
Pharaohs themselves. Numerous Saluki remains have been found
in the ancient tombs of the Upper Nile region.
In Muslim cultures, dogs are often seen as unclean. A saluki,
however, is given a different status by the Arab culture. The
Bedouin value them, breeding them for both beauty and hunting
qualities. A saluki, instead of being viewed as unclean, often
sleeps in tents with their owners, to be protected from the heat of
the day and the cold of the night.
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