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

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

Aloof
Quiet
Loyal
Intelligent
Reserved

Alert
Friendly
Energetic
Happy
Intelligent

Middle East

France

sighthound, greyhound-like dog

spitz, spaniel

2100 BC

1500

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

Toy (AKC:1915)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Fawn
Cream
Red

White
Black
Fawn
Red
Brown
Sable

Salukis have medium-length coats.

Papillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Papillon can have a litter of 13-16 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.

Heart Problems
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

Allergies
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Cardiac
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Knee
Heart
Dna For Vwd
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Papillons' 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.

Papillon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

Salukis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Papillon dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Papillon dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Jogging, Sniffing, Walking

Walking, Playing, Walk, Sniffing, Catch treats, Off-leash, Chasing Animals, Eating Snacks, Nap

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 Papillon, 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 Papillons 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.

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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
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 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Papillon feed 1 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 Papillon is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 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 Papillon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Papillon is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

Papillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Papillons are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Papillons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Papillons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Papillons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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