General Appearance
The whole appearance of this breed should give an impression of grace and symmetry and of great speed and endurance coupled with strength and activity to enable it to kill gazelle or other quarry over deep sand or rocky mountains. The expression should be dignified and gentle with deep, faithful, far-seeing eyes. Dogs should average in height from 23 to 28 inches and bitches may be considerably smaller, this being very typical of the breed. The Smooth Variety-In this variety the points should be the same with the exception of the coat, which has no feathering.
Owning
The Saluki is an active breed who likes the outdoors. The Saluki should never be left off a leash or left to roam outside of a fenced yard. The Saluki shows great attachment for his owner; he is an affectionate dog who thrives in families where he is the focus of attention.
Did You Know
The Saluki, royal dog of Egypt, is perhaps the oldest known breed of domesticated dog, identified by some historians as ''a distinct breed and type as long ago as 329 B.C. when Alexander the Great invaded India.'' Salukis were widespread and appeared in Egypt were they were held in such great esteem that its body was often mummified like the bodies of the Pharaohs themselves. The Saluki was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1927. Forty-four Salukis earned the Junior Courser title (JC) in 1993, 51 in 1994, and 71 in 1995.