Origin
Morocco
Lifespan
12–16 years
Weight
18–28 kg
Height
61–72 cm
Personality
Colors & Patterns
Sand · Fawn · Red · Brindle
Sloughi
About This Breed
The Sloughi is a North African sighthound breed, valued for centuries as a hunting dog by the Berber and Bedouin peoples. Reserved and dignified with strangers, they form intensely loyal bonds with their owners.
Characteristics
Scores describe general breed tendencies, not an individual animal. A higher score means more of the named trait or need; it does not always mean better.
Life with a Sloughi
Origin
| Origin | Morocco |
| Group | Hounds |
For the breed’s history, see the reference sources and Wikipedia link below.
Size and coat
| Weight | 18–28 kg |
| Lifespan | 12–16 years |
| Height | 61–72 cm |
| Colors & Patterns | Sand · Fawn · Red · Brindle |
These are approximate adult ranges. Individual animals may be smaller or larger.
Temperament
| Personality | Reserved · Faithful · Sensitive · Noble |
Often enjoys a mix of activity and rest.
Often seeks company and attention. Allow time together and help it get used to short periods alone.
Coat care
Usually needs relatively little coat care. Brush as needed for its coat and shedding.
Usually sheds relatively little. Low shedding does not mean an animal cannot cause allergies.
Living together
A familiar routine can help it settle in.
May be more comfortable in a quiet home. Give it space away from children.
Introductions to other pets may take time. Provide separate spaces.
Training and activities
Use short sessions and clear rewards. It may need more repetition to learn a new task.
Choose walks, sniffing games, and play to suit the dog’s age and health. Allow rest as well.
A lifespan range is not a prediction for an individual animal. Breed scores cannot diagnose illness or replace a veterinary assessment.