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

Mucuchies has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Aloof
Quiet
Loyal
Intelligent
Reserved

Courageous
Confident
Loyal
Trustworthy
Protective
Alert

Salukis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Mucuchiess are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Choose a Mucuchies 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

Andes Mountains
Venezuela

sighthound, greyhound-like dog

Unknown

2100 BC

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Fawn
Cream
Red

White
Pied

Salukis have medium-length coats.

Mucuchiess have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

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 Mucuchies 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.

Mucuchiess 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.

The Mucuchies breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Heart Problems
Cancer

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Allergies
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cardiac
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Salukis thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Mucuchiess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Saluki has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Mucuchies has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Mucuchiess require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Salukis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Mucuchiess sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Saluki minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Mucuchies is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

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

The Mucuchies is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Mucuchies 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

Walk, Play, Go to Beach

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 Mucuchies, it's at least 7 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 Mucuchiess usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Saluki feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 66-100 pound (30 - 45 kg) Mucuchies feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Mucuchies is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Mucuchies is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Mucuchies is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Mucuchiess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Salukis are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Mucuchiess are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Mucuchiess are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Mucuchiess are not very stranger friendly.

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

Mucuchiess are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Salukis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Mucuchiess are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.