Salukis
The Saluki, also known as the 'Wind Drinker', the 'Royal Dog of Egypt' and the 'Persian Greyhound', is one of the oldest known breeds of domesticated dog. They were held in such great esteem that their bodies were often mummified like the bodies of the Pharaohs themselves.
Independent and cat-like, the Saluki is graceful and sensitive. As a sighthound, the breed will have a tendency to run after anything that moves, so they must be kept on leash or in a fenced area during their daily exercise .
Independent and cat-like, the Saluki is graceful and sensitive. As a sighthound, the breed will have a tendency to run after anything that moves, so they must be kept on leash or in a fenced area during their daily exercise .
Adoptable Salukis from the Middle EastWhile purebred Salukis are a rare breed within the USA, there are many available from the Middle East, a region known to be one of their cradles of origin. Dogs For Life maintains all operations of the Arabian Saluki Center of America, including adoptions and transporting dogs into the States. All of the Salukis available for adoption are rescued dogs from the UAE — they have not been bred to be sold. Please visit ASCOA's Facebook page to view available dogs.
See our Adopting and Transporting page for more information on our Sponsor-to-Adopt program, adoption application, and FAQ's. |
The Veeweyde Salukis in BelgiumMarch 2012: Over a dozen Salukis in Need!
At the beginning of March 2012, a breeder surrendered over a dozen Salukis to the Veeweyde Animal Shelter in Belgium. Some of the dogs are stressed and are starting to show signs of compromised health. It's urgent that these Salukis get adopted into Forever Homes immediately. The Veeweyde Shelter will not allow these dogs to be transported out of Belgium, so adoptive or foster homes must be within the country. Contact Us for more information on these Salukis. Contact Information for Europe: Nin Saluki Rescue Nin.Salres@gmail.com |
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UPDATE: April 24, 2012
At the end of April 2012, the last of the 16 Salukis at the Veeweyde Shelter were re-homed! The efforts to help these dogs garnered attention from around the world. Our friends at Nin Saluki Rescue in Belgium championed the effort with dedication and support from volunteers and affiliate groups. A Veeweyde "Reunion Group" has been formed by some of the new adoptive families to keep in touch and have play dates with the Salukis adopted from Veeweyde. Congratulations to all the new families!
At the end of April 2012, the last of the 16 Salukis at the Veeweyde Shelter were re-homed! The efforts to help these dogs garnered attention from around the world. Our friends at Nin Saluki Rescue in Belgium championed the effort with dedication and support from volunteers and affiliate groups. A Veeweyde "Reunion Group" has been formed by some of the new adoptive families to keep in touch and have play dates with the Salukis adopted from Veeweyde. Congratulations to all the new families!
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Watch this Video on the History of Salukis, which is part of PBS's 'Dogs That Changed The World' film, directed by Corinna Faith. If you love dogs and would like to learn more about their history, we encourage you watch more segments from this documentary. Visit: PBS online
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