The Saluki looks graceful and fragile, but don’t be
fooled by appearances - this is a marathon runner with
great strength and endurance. They run at the speed
of Greyhounds and can keep the pace over distance.
This is the royal dog of Egypt, and the Saluki is believed
to be the oldest breed of domesticated dog. They are
independent, gentle, and loyal, but they work alone. No
one can keep up with a Saluki! They are so fast they’ve
been used to hunt Gazelles - the fastest of Antelopes.
They even have padded feet to minimize the impact of
excessive running.
Their hunting instinct is deeply rooted, and the dogs will
give chase if something runs. When it comes to grooming, they require weekly brushing and an occasional
bath.
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