Also known as the Persian greyhound or Persian whippet, the Saluki It is a large, slender and peculiar-looking breed. With short hair almost all over its body, it stands out for its impressive height and the long fur that covers its ears and tail. Agile and intelligent, both his history and his anatomy are surrounded by curiosities. We tell you some of them:
1. According to Muslim beliefs, this race was sent to Earth by Allah.
2. Its origin is in Middle East, in the first urban civilizations of the area. These dogs were used by nomads as hunting animals. They would not reach the West until 1840, when they began to settle in England and spread throughout the rest of Europe. However, it was officially recognized much later, in 1923.
3. Is the oldest of the sighthounds.
4. The saluki is popularly associated with felines, thanks to the similar gestures they perform when cleaning and the way they curl up on their own body to sleep.
5. His coat includes a good variety of colors, such as black, gold, red, tan, and cream.
6. Physically stands out for her slender figure, including its long neck and elongated limbs, which make this dog an excellent runner. It can measure between 58 and 71 cm, and weighs approximately 30 kg.
7. Is very suspicious of strangers, although he rarely shows aggressiveness. He is also independent, shy and reserved, although he can be really affectionate and playful with his own. They are generally a quiet breed, although they do need large doses of physical exercise.
8. The saluki is prone to suffering psychosomatic illnesses, related to stress and anxiety, which can affect your skin and digestive system. This breed is also associated with certain eye diseases, such as cataracts or progressive retinal atrophy, as well as some types of cancer.