Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Aggressive
Steady
Good-natured
Spirited
Assertive
Opinionated

Aloof
Quiet
Loyal
Intelligent
Reserved

Lhasaneses are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Salukis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Avoid Lhasaneses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

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Middle East

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sighthound, greyhound-like dog

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2100 BC

Hazel

Brown

Black

Black

Lhasaneses are known for their coat length.

Salukis have medium-length coats.

A Lhasanese can have a litter of 4-6 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 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
PRA
Cherry Eye

Heart Problems
Cancer

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

Cardiac
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Lhasaneses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Lhasaneses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Lhasaneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Salukis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lhasaneses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Tug-of-war

Jogging, Sniffing, Walking

Lhasaneses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasanese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lhasanese, it's at least 4 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 Saluki, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lhasaneses usually need at least 30 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 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.

Lhasaneses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Ideally, Lhasanese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Saluki should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Lhasanese 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.

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.

The average cost of a Lhasanese is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Saluki is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lhasanese 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.

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.

Lhasanese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Lhasaneses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Salukis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

Lhasaneses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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