How Much Does a Saluki Cost? (2026 Guide)

The purchase price for a Saluki puppy from a responsible breeder who health-tests breeding stock, participates in the sport of lure coursing, and is affiliated with the Saluki Club of America typically falls between $1,500 and $3,500. Breeder location, show record, and bloodline influence the specific number, but buyers should be skeptical of Salukis advertised significantly below this range without a clear explanation — health testing and responsible whelping are not cheap, and the price reflects real investment. Puppies from imported Middle Eastern or European lines with documented working credentials or championship titles at the top of their pedigrees can occasionally exceed $3,500.

Monthly food costs for a Saluki are moderate relative to its size. Despite weighing up to 65 pounds, the Saluki's lean metabolism means it does not eat at the volume many people expect from a large dog. A mid-to-high-quality dry kibble will run approximately $60 to $90 per month depending on brand and local pricing. Raw or fresh food diets, which some Saluki owners prefer given the breed's historically lean gut and tendency toward digestive sensitivity, can cost $120 to $200 monthly or more. Portion management matters with this breed — Salukis are naturally thin, and it can be tempting to overfeed a dog that always appears underweight by the standards of other breeds.

Grooming costs depend on coat variety. Smooth Salukis require almost no professional grooming — a weekly brushing at home and occasional bathing covers it entirely. Feathered Salukis have silky ear, leg, and tail furnishings that need regular maintenance to prevent matting. Professional grooming for a feathered Saluki typically costs $60 to $90 per session at a salon, with most owners bringing the dog in every eight to twelve weeks for a bath, blowout, and trim of the feathering. PetSmart's breed-specific grooming pricing for a dog in this weight class starts around $75 for a full groom.

Veterinary costs carry meaningful risk given the breed's health profile. A single GDV emergency surgery, if it occurs, typically runs $3,000 to $7,000 depending on geographic market and whether referral to a specialty hospital is required. Cardiac screening through a cardiologist costs $50 to $150 per evaluation. Annual wellness exams, heartworm prevention, and flea and tick medications average $400 to $700 per year in a healthy adult Saluki. Pet insurance is strongly advisable for this breed given GDV and hemangiosarcoma risk — monthly premiums for a Saluki with a $250 deductible and 80% reimbursement plan typically range from $55 to $95 per month based on quotes from providers such as Embrace and Healthy Paws, with the dog's age and your ZIP code being the primary variables.