Sloughi Puppies For Sale

Sloughis are fast runners who love the chase. They were originally bred as hunting dogs in Africa and are clearly built for speed. Sloughis are independent but like being around people and are especially affectionate with their owners. Full-grown, they typically weigh 35-50 pounds and stand 24-29 inches tall.

Sloughis are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. For this reason, you should only select this breed if you plan on keeping the dog for life. They can learn to get along with other animals if they are raised together but may always see your cats as something fun to chase, or worse, eat. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

Sloughis were born to run. Given any opportunity, this breed will run off after anything that catches their attention, making it imperative to keep them on a leash unless they are in a safe, enclosed area. Sloughis are naturally gifted athletes when it comes to lure coursing, a doggie sport where dogs chase a mechanical lure. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

Sloughis have a short coat that is usually dark brown in color but occasionally shows up an amber color. They are average shedders and may be good dogs for those with mild dog allergies. Sloughis have a short, easy-care coat that only needs a weekly brushing to stay in good condition. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Sloughis are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Sloughis can live in many different types of homes, as long as they aren’t forced to live out in the backyard. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.