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Breed Standard for the
Saluki |
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General Appearance: |
The
Saluki has a general greyhound-like build and should combine
the aspects of grace, symmetry, great speed, and endurance
coupled with strength. |
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Head: |
Stop
not pronounced; large oval eyes; long narrow head,
moderately wide back-skull |
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Tail: |
Long, well feathered underneath |
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Color: |
White, cream, fawn, golden, red, grizzle, back and tan,
tricolor, or any of these on a white background |
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Size: |
Weight: 35 – 65 lbs
Height: Male 23- 28”; Female may be considerably smaller |
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Temperament: |
The
Saluki tends to be aloof and reserved with strangers. It is
extremely devoted to its own family, but it is not
particularly demonstrative. The Saluki is very gentle with
children, but it may not be playful enough to satisfy most
children. |
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