Italian Greyhound vs Saluki

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Italian Greyhound
Category
Saluki

📏 Physical Stats

7 - 15
Weight (lbs)
35 - 65
13 - 15
Height (inches)
23 - 28
12 - 15 years
Life Expectancy
12 - 14 years
Toy
Breed Group
Hound
Italy
Origin
Arabian Peninsula
Lapdog
Bred For
Coursing gazelle and hare

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

2/5
Energy Level
2/5
4/5
Better
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
4/5

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$1,521
Italian Greyhound
vs
Annual Cost
$2,511
Saluki
Italian Greyhound
Expense
Saluki
$1,521
Lower ✓
Annual Cost
$2,511
$2,241
Lower ✓
First Year
$3,231
$21,254
Lower ✓
Lifetime Total
$33,363
$336
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$552
$515
Lower ✓
Vet Care (annual)
$630
$165
Lower ✓
Grooming (annual)
$440
$480
Lower ✓
Insurance (annual)
$864
$40
Lower ✓
Insurance (monthly)
$72

Over their lifetimes, a Italian Greyhound (~14 yrs) costs approximately $12,109 less than a Saluki (~13 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Italian Greyhound

Mischievous, Affectionate, Agile, Companionable, Intelligent, Friendly, Playful, Loyal, Curious, Gentle, Dignified

Saluki

Aloof, Reserved, Intelligent, Quiet, Affectionate, Brave, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Dignified, Gentle