Other Names
Tuareg Sloughi

Origin
Mali, Antiquity
From the arid regions of Sahara and the Sub-Saharan Sahel.

Use Today
Companion, Hunting, Guarding

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12 years of age

Weight & Height
37 to 55 pounds & 23 to 29 inches tall

Known Health Problems
Bloat, Cardiac problems, Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, seizures, spondylosis

Physical Description
Tall, slender dog with hips that are hight than the shoulders. The head is narrow with pendant ears and dark, almond-shaped eyes. The chest is deep.

Temperament
Affectionate only with those it likes. This is not the best breed to have with small children. They will do ok with others dogs.

Training
This breed is difficult to train

Living Conditions
This breed will do ok in an apartment if giving plenty of daily exercise.

Grooming
Little grooming needed.

Exercise
Needs alot of exercise to burn of all its energy

Coat Colors
Sandy, Red or Roan

Coat Texture
Short and fine.

Puppies
? pups per litter.

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club