Sloughi

Sloughi
Other namesArabian Greyhound
OriginNorth Africa
Traits
Height Males 66–72 cm (26–28 in)
Females 61–68 cm (24–27 in)
Weight Males 22–28 kg (49–62 lb)
Females 18–24 kg (40–53 lb)
Kennel club standards
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog (domestic dog)

The Sloughi (/ˈsluːɡi/; Arabic: سلوقي), or Arabian Greyhound, is an ancient breed of domesticated dog, a member of the sighthound family. It originates from North Africa and is found in Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt.

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