Saluki has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Giant Schnauzer has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Saluki is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Giant Schnauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Aloof
Quiet
Loyal
Intelligent
Reserved

Dominant
Kind
Powerful
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Salukis are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Giant Schnauzer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Middle East

Germany

sighthound, greyhound-like dog

great dane, bouvier des flandres

2100 BC

middle ages

Hound (AKC:1929)
Sighthounds & Pariahs (UKC)

Working (AKC:1930)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Fawn
Cream
Red

Pied
Silver
Gray
Black

Salukis have medium-length coats.

Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

A Saluki can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Giant Schnauzer can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Salukis are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Giant Schnauzers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Saluki breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Giant Schnauzers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Heart Problems
Cancer

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Allergies
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Cardiac
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Salukis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Giant Schnauzers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Saluki dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Giant Schnauzers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Saluki dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Giant Schnauzer dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Jogging, Sniffing, Walking

Walking, Cuddling, Smelling, Walks, Jumping, Running, Go to Park, Walk, Run, Chase, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Sniff, Training, Hiking, Swimming, Fetch, Tug-of-war

Salukis are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Giant Schnauzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Saluki, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Schnauzer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Salukis usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Giant Schnauzers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Saluki is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Giant Schnauzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Saluki is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Giant Schnauzer is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Saluki is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Schnauzer is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Salukis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Giant Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Salukis make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Giant Schnauzer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Salukis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Giant Schnauzers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Salukis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

Salukis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Giant Schnauzers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Salukis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Giant Schnauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.