Human orientation
High score: attached to family, reserved with strangers. Behavior depends on upbringing.
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History of the Slyugi breed
Origin: Morocco
One of the oldest known breeds: depicted on Egyptian bas-reliefs over 3,000 years ago. He traditionally hunted with the nomadic peoples of North Africa, Berbers and Bedouins, and comes from Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya.
Slyugi is a slender high-legged (61-72 cm) North African greyhound with short, fine hair of desert shades. Smart, sensitive, quiet and dignified; restrained with strangers, attached to the family. Needs running in a safe place and gentle upbringing.
SizeBig
OriginMorocco
Life is nearby
Suitable for calm owners who can give a daily run in a safe place. He is calm at home, likes to lie on soft furniture.
Walks
Daily activity is required: walks, running nearby, playing with other dogs, free running in a securely fenced area, catching bait. An agile dog needs a strong fence.
Training
Responds poorly to rough parenting, consistent positive methods work best. Vigilant, but rarely barks.
Care
Care is minimal: once a week a brush with soft bristles or a glove, occasional bathing.
Children
It is described as a gentle and family dog. Children treat him carefully.
Other animals
Likes to play with other dogs. As a hunter "by eye" he can rush after a small animal, so caution is a must.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
Average score: intelligent, sensitive, independent.
Zooaggression
Average score: hunting instinct.
Health and reproductive risks
There is no comparable survival estimate for the breed in the British cohort used. Among the described breed risks: progressive retinal atrophy; examination of the parents is confirmed with the veterinarian.
Ease of care
High score: short coat.
Health
Progressive retinal atrophy
Progressive retinal atrophy is a hereditary disease that gradually leads to vision loss. Genetic tests and ophthalmological examinations of the parents allow you to assess the risk before buying.
Photo of the breed
