Saluki

Anusuya Mukherjee
Sep 16, 2022 By Anusuya Mukherjee
Originally Published on Feb 26, 2021
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Who doesn’t love dogs? We are pretty sure that you love learning about every little detail about dogs and their various types of breeds.

Here, we introduce you to one such dog breed that you would love to know more about. A Saluki dog is a breed of dog that has its origins in the Fertile Crescent region of the middle east.


They were bred from sighthounds that were primarily used for the purpose of hunting game animals. They are often recognized because of their long legs and deep chest.

Saluki dogs are often considered to be closely related to the Afghan hound. They have an average life expectancy of around 12-14 years. They weigh around an approximate 40-60 lb (18-27 kg).

Some other dog breeds like that of a Saluki include Borzoi, Whippet, Greyhound, Sloughi and Scottish Deerhound. The following is a Saluki coloring pages resource, which the kids would love to color.

In the free printable picture, we see a cute and hairy Saluki dog that wants to make our acquaintance. The picture would be a great introduction for kids to learn about the various characteristics and traits of Saluki dogs.

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