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

Portuguese Water Dog 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, Portuguese Water Dogs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Aloof
Quiet
Loyal
Intelligent
Reserved

Brave
Impetuous
Obedient
Docile
Intelligent
Quarrelsome

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

Portuguese Water Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Middle East

Portugal

sighthound, greyhound-like dog

poodle

2100 BC

700 BC

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

Working (AKC:1983)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Fawn
Cream
Red

Black
White
Brown

Salukis have medium-length coats.

Portuguese Water Dogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Curly

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 Portuguese Water Dog can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Heart Problems
Cancer

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Allergies
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Cardiac
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

While Portuguese Water Dog dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Jogging, Sniffing, Walking

Walking, Petting, Running, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Fetch, Nose work, Sniffing, Drinking water, Jogging, Walk, Tug-of-war, Jump

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.

Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Portuguese Water Dog 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 42-60 pound (19 - 27 kg) Portuguese Water Dog 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.

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

Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Portuguese Water Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Portuguese Water Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.