Yorkshire Terrier vs Saluki
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
Yorkshire Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Saluki: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Yorkshire Terrier: May be Stubborn0.2
Saluki: Independent0.4
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Yorkshire Terrier: Specialty/Professional1.0
Saluki: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Less Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Yorkshire Terrier5/5
Saluki3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Yorkshire Terrier3/5
Saluki3/5
Good with Strangers
Yorkshire Terrier5/5
Saluki3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Yorkshire Terrier
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap dislocation
Portosystemic Shunt: Liver condition
Tracheal Collapse: Airway weakness
Dental Issues: Tooth decay risk
Retinal Dysplasia: Eye development
Hypoglycemia: Low blood sugar
Saluki
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Cardiac Issues: Heart health concerns
Hemangiosarcoma: Blood vessel cancer
Eye Problems: Various vision issues
Hypothyroidism: Thyroid dysfunction
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Pros & Cons Comparison
Yorkshire Terrier
Pros
Portable size
Minimal shedding
Adaptable to apartment living
Long lifespan
Affectionate with family
Cons
High grooming needs
Can be yappy
Delicate physique
Stubborn streak
Difficult to housebreak
Saluki
Pros
Elegant and graceful
Athletic and swift
Low grooming needs
Quiet and clean
Loyal to family
Cons
Strong prey drive
Independent nature
Needs secure fencing
Challenging to train
Requires extensive exercise
Yorkshire Terrier Fun Fact
Despite their tiny size, Yorkies were originally bred as working dogs to catch rats in textile mills!
Saluki Fun Fact
Salukis were so valued in ancient Egypt that they were often mummified like pharaohs upon death.
Heritage & Purpose
Yorkshire Terrier
Origin: England
Developed in Yorkshire, England during the 1800s, these small terriers excelled at catching rats in textile mills. Working-class weavers bred them for their hunting prowess and portable size.
Saluki
Origin:
Desert hunters in the Fertile Crescent, Salukis served ancient nobility as swift pursuit hounds for gazelle and hare hunting across vast sandy terrains.
Special Considerations
Yorkshire Terrier
Professional grooming needed for long coat maintenance. Daily brushing required. Small size makes them vulnerable to injury. Need protection from extreme temperatures.
Saluki
Requires secure fencing due to prey drive. Regular exercise essential. Gentle grooming needed. Temperature sensitivity demands indoor comfort.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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