Saluki is an ancient breed, they were found mummified in tombs in Egypt where they were referred to as the royal dog of Egypt, and date back more than 2000 BC. The Saluki is a sighthound and can chase down Gazelle. This cat-like, independent breed has gone by several names, such as Persian Greyhound, Gazelle Hound, and Arabian Hound. Today the Saluki is popular at lure coursing events and show rings. This breed comes in two variations, the smooth and the feathered which has feathers of hair on its legs and tail. Their smooth silky single coat can come in white, cream, fawn, golden, red, grizzle and tan, plus tricolor and black & tan. The Saluki range in size from 23 to 28 inches tall at the withers with the females being on the smaller end. This breed has a life expectancy of 12 to 15 years of age. The AKC recognized the Saluki in the Hound Group in 1929.Standard Figurine: This Saluki dog figurine features a standing Saluki. This Saluki dog figurine is about 4 to 5 inches in the longest dimension.Tiny One: The Dog Tiny One Saluki is a detailed, hand-painted miniature figurine. Each one was designed by Conversation Concepts to represent the breed with an outstanding level of detail and quality. Each Tiny One will vary in size, slightly, depending on the pose and breed but the average size is approximately 2 tall by 1 wide. These museum quality figurines come individually packaged and ready to give as a gift, or hang in your store. Angel Ornament: This Saluki angel ornament features a standing Saluki. The Saluki dog figurine featured on this ornament is about 2 inches tall by 1 inch wide. The Saluki figurine sits on a gold disc that has a diameter of about an inch and a half. Wings are mounted on the back of the dog figurine and a halo rests above it’s head. The ornament can be hung by the attached gold cord. This Saluki dog figurine is cast in resin and is hand-painted, giving the dog featured on this ornament a very life-like appearance.