Sloughi

Size: Medium
Other Names: Arabian Greyhound, Sloughi oghrebi
Country of Origin: Morocco
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): Hound
United Kennel Club (UKC): Sighthound & Pariah
Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC): Hounds
The Kennel Club (KC): Hound
Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA): Hound
National Kennel Club (NKC): Recognized
New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC): Hound

Height:

Male: 26-29 inches; Female: 24-27 inches

Weight:

35–50 pounds

Color(s):

All shades of light sand (cream) to mahogany red fawn, with or without black markings such as brindling, black mask, black ears, dark overlay and blank mantle, with no invasive white markings

Coat:

Light sand; red sand; red or mahogany with or without brindling

Description:

oday, the Sloughi is found mainly in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Morocco.  The Sloughi was and is still used for hunting in its native countries, and is also a reliable guarding dog.

Temperament:

A Sloughi is faithful to his owner and he needs him close by.  He is of a sensitive nature, yet is an alert and intelligent hound.  It is said that Sloughis have a mighty longing for moving and that is not easy to keep them in apartments with families.

Training:

Sloughi’s are easily trained.  Because the Sloughi is somewhat sensitive, his training should not be oppressive, and any punishment should be omitted.  Friendly confirmation of his behavior works best.

Care & Grooming:

A Sloughi does not need more exercise than other dogs of similar size, however it loves variety: walking on leash, romping in the countryside, and racing.

Shedding:

Very low; the fine short coat leaves little hair.

Health:

Sloughis are typically hardy North African sighthounds.  As with other gazehounds, use anesthesia protocols suited to lean, deep-chested dogs.

Lifespan:

12–16 years

Litter Size:

4–6 puppies