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Sloughi

Berber Greyhound, Sloughi Moghrebi

Overview

The Sloughi is a medium-large, short-haired, smooth-coated, athletic sighthound developed in North Africa (in the area including Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya) to hunt game such as hare, fox, jackal, gazelle, and wild pigs. It is an ancient breed, treasured in North Africa for its hunting skills, speed, agility, and endurance over long distances. It is a robust, but elegant and racy, pursuit dog with no exaggeration of length of body or limbs, muscle development, angulation, nor curve of loin. The Sloughi is not a fragile dog, but is also a dog with class and grace. The attitude is noble and somewhat aloof, and the expression of the dark eyes is gentle and melancholy. The Sloughi's head is long and elegant with drop ears. The body and legs show defined bony structure and strong, lean muscles. The skeletal structure is sturdy. The topline is essentially horizontal blending into a bony, gently sloping croup. The tail is long and carried low with an upward curve at the end.

The Sloughi is an intelligent and very driven hunter which chases on sight what it considers moving prey, but also relies on olfactory and acoustic cues in the chase. In Africa the Sloughi is a working dog, primarily used for hunting. The Sloughi is typically loyal, playful and affectionate with family and cautious and watchful with strangers. The Sloughi does not respond well to harsh training, but benefits from a firm, consistent, fair and praising hand. (Faults: Sharpness or excessive shyness.)

Size Medium to Large
Height Male: 26.4-28.3 inches (66-72 cm)Female: 24-26.7 inches (61-68 cm)
Weight Male: 55-65 pounds (25-30 kg)Female: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg)
Lifespan 12-15 years
Colors Black Brindle Cream Fawn Spotted
Origin Morocco (Std. resp.) Algeria Egypt Tunisia Libya
Classification Purebred
Good Lapcat
Good In Apartments

Indoors they are calm and quiet. They prefer to have a nice, comfortable place to sleep and will not be very happy on a hard, cold floor.

Good With Children

Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.

Good With Dogs

Good With Cats

Exercise Needs

Sloughis, and particularly young dogs, like to run daily. They make excellent jogging partners, and need to go on daily walks or runs. They will truly be happy when they are allowed to run off leash. Because of their hunting instincts, they should never be let loose in unsafe areas.

Trainability

Moderately Easy Training: The Silken Windhound is average when it comes to training. Results will come gradually.

Affectionate

Playfulness

Grooming Requirements

Low Maintenance: Infrequent grooming is required to maintain upkeep. No trimming or stripping needed.

Shedding

Moderate Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often!

Vocalization/Barking

Occassional

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