Saluki in India — Price, Care & Climate Suitability

Origin — Middle East (Fertile Crescent — one of the oldest breeds)

Coat — Smooth, soft, silky single coat; the 'feathered' variety has light feathering on the ears, legs and tail. Very low maintenance.

Recognised colours — Wide range — white, cream, fawn, golden, red, grizzle, black-and-tan, and tricolour.

Gentle, dignified, sensitive and aloof. A graceful, ancient desert sighthound — devoted to family, reserved with strangers, and serene indoors.

Trainability — Moderate — intelligent but independent and sensitive; only gentle, patient positive methods work.

Grooming — Very low. Occasional brushing of the feathering.

Good with — Good with gentle older children and calm homes; very strong prey drive needs secure exercise areas and management with small pets.

A desert breed with excellent heat tolerance — very well-suited to India's climate. The lean build still chills in AC, so provide warmth when cool.

Health notes — Generally very healthy; anaesthesia sensitivity (lean build), cardiac conditions, hypothyroidism, and some eye issues.