Breed Comparison: Anatolian Shepherd Dog Versus Saluki

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Anatolian Shepherd Dog Versus Saluki: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and for the Saluki. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Anatolian Shepherd Dog or the Saluki.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog versus Saluki: Overview

A very important difference between the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a giant-sized dog while the Saluki is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Saluki belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog versus Saluki: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Saluki based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki

Factor Anatolian Shepherd Dog Saluki
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 1/5
Life Span 11 to 13 years 12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Height 2 feet, 3 inches to 2 feet, 5 inches tall at the s 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Weight 80 to 150 pounds 35 to 70 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $990 No Data
Price Range $750 – $1150 No Data
Temperament Score 83.3 percent 68.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Anatolian Shepherd Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Saluki. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saluki is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a better pet than the Saluki. So, you should get the Anatolian Shepherd Dog!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki

    Below is a list of where the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are most different:

    • Anatolian Shepherd Dogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Salukis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Anatolian Shepherd Dogs can tolerate cold weather. However, Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    The Similarities Between the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki

    The Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are most similar:

    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are very easy to train.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Size Comparison of Anatolian Shepherd Dog versus Saluki

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki.

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs weigh 80 to 150 pounds when fully grown. Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are 2 feet, 3 inches to 2 feet, 5 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dog versus Saluki

    The lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dogs is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dogs is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.

    Salukis live longer than Anatolian Shepherd Dogs.

    Temperament of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog Versus the Saluki

    The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a better temperament than the Saluki.

    This is because the temperament score for the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is 83.3 percent while the temperament score for the Saluki is 68.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 83.3 percent, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 68.7 percent, the Saluki has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki by measuring the temperaments of 36 Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and 67 Salukis.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Anatolian Shepherd Dog versus Saluki

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Salukis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Anatolian Shepherd Dogs shed more than Salukis?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Salukis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog or the Saluki

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs drool moderately.

    Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog or the Saluki?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Salukis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Anatolian Shepherd Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Salukis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Anatolian Shepherd Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Salukis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Anatolian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs. Saluki

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Anatolian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Salukis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog or the Saluki?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Salukis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Anatolian Shepherd Dogs good family dogs? What about Salukis?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Salukis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and Salukis?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Salukis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Anatolian Shepherd Dog Easier to Train than the Saluki?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are very easy to train.

    Salukis are very easy to train.

    Is the Anatolian Shepherd Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog or the Saluki?

    Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Anatolian Shepherd Dog versus Saluki. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Anatolian Shepherd Dog and the Saluki better suits you and your family.