Saluki – Full History
The Saluki isn’t just a dog—it’s a living relic of the ancient world. With its graceful frame, piercing eyes, and desert-born speed, this sighthound was bred for royalty and revered by nomads. Silent, swift, and endlessly elegant, the Saluki is the embodiment of timeless beauty and strength.
🏜️ Did you know the Saluki is one of the oldest dog breeds in the world, revered by ancient civilizations from Mesopotamia to Egypt? These dogs weren’t just hunting companions—they were treasured by pharaohs, protected by nomads, and often mummified alongside royalty. Bred by Bedouins to chase down gazelles across unforgiving deserts, Salukis became legendary for their endurance, intelligence, and near-mythical bond with humans.
🐾 In this video, we trace the Saluki’s path from ancient sands to modern homes, and explore why this mysterious, feather-footed runner remains one of the oldest—and most captivating—dog breeds on Earth.
Love Salukis? Or just curious about dogs with deep, ancient roots? Like, subscribe, and tell us in the comments—what’s the most regal thing your Saluki (or sighthound) has ever done? 👇🏹✨
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👉 Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:47 Ancient Origins (7000 BCE – 1500 BCE)
2:09 Spreading Across the Old World (1500 BCE – 1500 AD)
4:13 Introduction to the West (1500s – Early 1900s)
6:07 Journey to America (1800s – 1920s)
7:32 Impact of the Second World War (1930s – 1940s)
8:55 Modern Recognition (1950s – Present)
10:29 Outro
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The Saluki isn’t just fast—it’s ancient royalty on four legs. Which part of this breed’s history surprised you the most? Or if you’ve lived with one, what’s the most graceful or hilarious thing your Saluki has ever done? Drop your stories below—we’re ready for some desert drama 🐾👇
Keeping in the sight hound lane, American Staghound please.
I think this just sealed the deal on me choosing which breed I’d like to preserve and show in conformation!
I have one saluki , my best partner to Live ! Intelligent, tranquil, sweet.