No, this ancient breed of sighthound originated from Egypt.
The Saluki is a breed of domestic dog.
The Saluki was recognized by the AKC in 1929.
It was originated in France.
The Saluki itself is a breed of pedigree dog.
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There can be 5 - 7 puppies in a litter of a Saluki.
The life span of a Saluki is 12 - 14 years.
it originated in Hawaii
No, Cleopatra could not possibly have a greyhound, because the greyhound as we know it, originated with the Celts. The hounds shown on many Egyptian tombs are believed to be Saluki, originating in ancient Persia. There is also another breed of dog popular in ancient Egypt called today a Pharaoh Hound. This and the Saluki may be the same.
The Saluki was recognized by the AKC since 1929.
Saluki is a Poisonous Dart Frog