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- Saluki Growth
- Saluki Weight and Growth Chart
- When do Salukis Stop Growing and How Big Do They Get?
- Saluki Growth Calculator
- How Much Should a Saluki Weigh?
- What is the Height of the Saluki?
- Is Your Saluki Growing Normally? This is How to Tell
- How to Measure the Weight of your Saluki
- How Fast Do Salukis Grow? Saluki Growth Rate
- Size of Male Saluki Versus Size of Female Saluki
- Male Saluki Weight and Growth Chart
- Female Saluki Weight and Growth Chart
- Saluki Growth Stages
- Male Saluki Weight/Growth Chart in KG
- Female Saluki Weight/Growth Chart in KG
- How Much Should a 12-Week-old Saluki Weigh?
- How Much Should a 4-Month-old Saluki Weigh?
- How Much Should a 6-Month-old Saluki Weigh?
- How Much Should a 1-Year-old Saluki Weigh?
- How to Tell If Your Saluki is Overweight
- Conclusion on Saluki Weight and Growth
Saluki Growth
Did you just get the Saluki puppy? And do you want to know when your Saluki will stop growing and how big your Saluki will get? Or do you want to know if your Saluki is of the ideal weight for its age?
In this article, we will answer all these relevant questions related to Saluki growth and weight.
If you do not own the Saluki yet, make sure you purchase your Saluki from an reputable Saluki breeder. Also, check out our Saluki buying guide and Saluki price guide here.
You can also work with a reputable rescue to adopt a puppy.
It is important for you as a caring Saluki owner to know if your Saluki is growing normally and that your Saluki is not overweight or underweight.
Extensive research studies have shown that most dogs are overweight because their owners spoil them with food, treats, and easy life styles. Most dogs eat way too much and do not get enough exercise. Research has also shown that one of the reasons many dogs die young is because they are overweight. However, you can extend your dog`s life by making sure your dog is of healthy weight and growth.One final reason to keep track of your Saluki`s weight and growth is that your Saluki`s weight and growth pattern can tell you if your Saluki has some underlying health conditions (such as bone, heart, hormone diseases). This is what recent research has shown.
This article contains the Saluki growth calculator that you can use to predict your Saluki`s adult weight. This article also contains the Saluki growth chart and weight calculator that you can use to approximately tell if your Saluki`s weight is in the normal range.
However, the more accurate method to predict and track normal growth in your Saluki is by regularly weighing your Saluki and recording the weight of your Saluki with our free dog weight tracker and weight predictor. Our tool will tell you, first, a more accurate future weight of your Saluki and, second, if your Saluki is growing normally.
We designed our dog weight tracker and weight predictor based on a recent research study carried out by researchers from Banfield Pet Hospitals and the University of Liverpool. This study collected and analyzed the weight of over 6 million healthy dogs in the United States. The dogs studied included dogs in the Saluki weight category.
Also, check out our Saluki food calculator here to know how much food to feed your Saluki based on your Saluki`s weight and age.
Saluki Weight and Growth Chart
Below is the typical growth chart and weight chart of Salukis at different stages in their lives.
Note that your Saluki may be slightly heavier or lighter than what the chart says. The weight chart is an average weight chart.
Also, this growth chart is the combined growth chart of the male and female Saluki.
To know how much food to feed your Saluki at different ages and weights, check out our Saluki feeding guide and calculator.
To know how much water your Saluki needs to drink at different ages and weights, check out our Saluki water drinking guide and calculator.
Note that the growth pattern of a female Saluki can be slightly different from the growth pattern of a male Saluki
. Therefore, later on in this article, we will provide you with the gender-specific growth chart for the male and for the female Saluki.| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 21 LBS | 15 LBS – 26 LBS |
| 20 Weeks | 27 LBS | 19 LBS – 34 LBS |
| 25 Weeks | 31 LBS | 22 LBS – 40 LBS |
| 30 Weeks | 35 LBS | 25 LBS – 45 LBS |
| 35 Weeks | 37 LBS | 26 LBS – 48 LBS |
| 40 Weeks | 39 LBS | 27 LBS – 51 LBS |
| 45 Weeks | 40 LBS | 28 LBS – 52 LBS |
| 60 Weeks | 41 LBS | 28 LBS – 54 LBS |
When do Salukis Stop Growing and How Big Do They Get?
Your Saluki will grow very fast in its first 40 weeks. At 40 weeks, your Saluki will have reached 95 percent of its adult weight. Then your Saluki will slowly stop adding more weight. At around 51 weeks (~12 months), your Saluki should be at its maximum weight. Salukis stop growing at 51 weeks (~12 months).
The above discussion is general, and it applies to both male and female Salukis. However, male dogs usually grow at a different rate compared to female dogs
A male Saluki will grow very fast in its first 40 weeks. At 40 weeks, a male Saluki will have reached 95 percent of its adult weight at 40 weeks. A male Saluki will then slowly stop adding more weight. At around 51 weeks (~12 months), a male Saluki should have reached its maximum weight. Male Salukis stop growing at 51 weeks (~12 months).
Similarly, a female Saluki will grow very fast in its first 41 weeks. At 41 weeks, a female Saluki will have reached 95 percent of its adult weight at 41 weeks. A female Saluki will then slowly stop adding more weight. At around 53 weeks (~12 months), a female Saluki should have reached its maximum weight. Female Salukis stop growing at 53 weeks (~12 months).
See the growth graph of a Saluki below.
As you can see in the Saluki growth curve below, the Saluki grows really fast in its early weeks, and then its growth levels off till it reaches 100 percent of the adult weight.
Saluki Growth Calculator
Use the calculator below to estimate how big your Saluki will get based on its current weight.
This Saluki growth calculator is based on the typical weight curve of a Saluki shown above. The calculator assumes that your Saluki is growing normally, and not on its way to become overweight or underweight.
How Much Should a Saluki Weigh?
Adult Salukis typically weigh between 35 to 70 pounds.
Above is a graph that shows how much a Saluki should weigh at different ages. Check where the weight of your Saluki falls in the graph for its age.
It is totally fine if the weight of your Saluki falls in either the dark green or light green region of the graph. However, weight in the dark green region is more typical for Salukis.
If the weight of your Saluki falls outside both the dark and light green region for its age, then you should consult a vet.
Also, you can use the Saluki weight calculator below to find the typical weight and the normal weight range of Salukis, male or female, of any age between 12 weeks and 100 weeks.
If you want to see how the weight of your Saluki compares to that of other Saluki`s of its age, enter the weight of your Saluki in the calculator, and the calculator will show you where your Saluki stands on the weight chart.
The calculator will also tell you if your Saluki is within the normal weight range for the Saluki.
This Saluki weight calculator uses information from belpatt.fr and data from a research study on dog weight carried out by researchers at the University of Liverpool.
Please, talk to your vet before taking any decision on your pet`s weight and health.
What is the Height of the Saluki?
The adult Saluki is 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder. This is the average adult height of the Saluki.
Is Your Saluki Growing Normally? This is How to Tell
Puppy growth predictors, growth charts, and growth calculators like the ones above are approximate methods for predicting growth in dogs. However, these tools have limited capabilities. This is because each dog is unique and a dog`s growth may be different from that of the overall dog population.
A more accurate and scientific way to predict a dog`s growth is to measure the dog`s weight every week and record the weight. Doing this with your Saluki will give you a clearer picture of how your Saluki is growing.
You can use our free tool to track your Saluki`s growth and weight over time. Our tool will also let you know if your Saluki is growing normally.
Tracking your Saluki`s weight will let you see the unique growth trajectory of your Saluki. You can use this growth trajectory to accurately predict how big your Saluki will get. The growth trajectory will also let you know very early if your Saluki will become overweight or underweight.
Monitoring your dog`s weight is important because pet obesity is one of the leading causes of premature death in dogs. And these days, pets gain weight very easily because their owners spoil them with lots of treats and food. Catching early abnormal weight in your dog and correcting it (through diet changes, exercise) can significantly extend your dog`s life.
Below is what a normal growth pattern and what abnormal growth patterns look like in Salukis. You can compare your Saluki growth trajectory against these references to see if your Saluki is growing normally or you can use our automatic tool.
How to Measure the Weight of your Saluki
There are two methods you can use to measure your Saluki`s weight.
The first method, which is the better and more accurate method to weigh your Saluki, is to use a dog weighing scale.
Using a dog scale is important if you would like to monitor your Saluki`s growth regularly to catch any abnormal growth early.
Having a scale for weighing your Saluki will make it easy for you to weigh your Saluki regularly without any trouble.
The scale that we recommend for weighing the Saluki is this high durability and affordable W.C Redmon Precision Digital Pet Scale. Click here to check out this scale on Amazon.
The second method is to use a bathroom scale to weigh yourself while holding your Saluki. Then use the same scale to weigh yourself without your Saluki. Then calculate your weight when holding your dog minus your weight when not holding your Saluki. This method is illustrated in the picture below.
However, note that this method of holding your dog on a scale is not very accurate, and it may be difficult for you to use this method to weigh your Saluki if your Saluki is very heavy or if your Saluki is the type that would not stay still while being held.
How Fast Do Salukis Grow? Saluki Growth Rate
Starting from 3 months of age, Salukis grow at a rate of 1.41 pounds per week (0.64 Kilograms per week) on average. Starting at 4 months, your Saluki will gain 1.15 pounds (0.52 Kilograms) every week on average.
At 5 months of age, your Saluki will grow at a rate of 0.92 pounds per week (0.42 Kilograms per week) on average. Then at 6 months, your Saluki will gain 0.73 pounds (0.33 Kilograms) every week on average.
See the growth rate chart of the Saluki below
| Age (Months) | Growth per week (Pounds) | Growth per week (Kg) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Months | 1.41 | 0.64 |
| 4 Months | 1.15 | 0.52 |
| 5 Months | 0.92 | 0.42 |
| 6 Months | 0.73 | 0.33 |
| 7 Months | 0.56 | 0.25 |
| 8 Months | 0.42 | 0.19 |
Size of Male Saluki Versus Size of Female Saluki
The average size of a male Saluki is 42 pounds (19 kg) while the average size of a female Saluki is 40 pounds (18 kg).
In general, male dogs are usually bigger than female dogs.
Male Saluki Weight and Growth Chart
The growth pattern of Male dogs is also different from that of Female dogs.
Adult male dogs are generally bigger in size than adult female dogs.
Below is the typical growth and weight chart of a Male Saluki.
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 21 LBS | 16 LBS – 26 LBS |
| 20 Weeks | 27 LBS | 20 LBS – 34 LBS |
| 25 Weeks | 32 LBS | 24 LBS – 40 LBS |
| 30 Weeks | 35 LBS | 26 LBS – 45 LBS |
| 35 Weeks | 38 LBS | 28 LBS – 48 LBS |
| 40 Weeks | 40 LBS | 29 LBS – 51 LBS |
| 45 Weeks | 41 LBS | 29 LBS – 52 LBS |
| 60 Weeks | 42 LBS | 30 LBS – 54 LBS |
Female Saluki Weight and Growth Chart
The growth pattern of female dogs is different from that of male dogs. On average, female dogs grow faster than males and reach full size earlier. For this reason, it`s important that the standard height and weight charts for dogs are gender-specific.
Also, adult female dogs are generally smaller in size than adult male dogs.
Below is the typical growth and weight chart of a Female Saluki.
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 19 LBS | 15 LBS – 23 LBS |
| 20 Weeks | 25 LBS | 19 LBS – 30 LBS |
| 25 Weeks | 29 LBS | 22 LBS – 36 LBS |
| 30 Weeks | 32 LBS | 25 LBS – 40 LBS |
| 35 Weeks | 34 LBS | 26 LBS – 43 LBS |
| 40 Weeks | 36 LBS | 27 LBS – 45 LBS |
| 45 Weeks | 37 LBS | 28 LBS – 46 LBS |
| 60 Weeks | 38 LBS | 28 LBS – 48 LBS |
Saluki Growth Stages
Your Saluki will go through a number of developmental stages on its journey to adulthood. Your Saluki`s growth pattern can be categorized into 6 distinct stages: Neonatal, Transitional, Socialization Period, Juvenile Period, Adolescent Period, and Maturity.
You can know the developmental stage of your Saluki based on how old your Saluki is.
1. Saluki Neonatal Period
Saluki Neonatal Period is from Birth to 2 weeks. During this stage, the Saluki puppy will be totally dependent on its mother. The Saluki puppy`s eyes will still be unopened with no sense of vision. The Saluki puppy will only have the senses of taste and touch
2. Saluki Transitional Period
Saluki Transitional Period is from 2 weeks to 3 weeks. During this stage, the Saluki puppy will continue to develop a better sense of hearing and taste. The puppy`s teeth will start coming through and its eyes will begin to open.
During this stage, the Saluki puppy begins to crawl forward and backward, begins to stand, begins to wag its tail. This is also the age where your puppy’s personality begins to develop.
3. Saluki Socialization Period
Saluki Socialization Period is from 3 weeks to 14 weeks. During this stage, the Saluki puppy will be able to fully use all of its senses (vision, smell, touch, hearing, taste), and the puppy will learn to survive without its mother.
Also during this stage, the Saluki puppy learns how to act like a dog (biting, chasing, barking, etc). The rapid learning and socialization of the puppy occur at this stage, and what the Saluki puppy learns in this stage will have a long-term effect on the puppy`s behavior as an adult.
4. Saluki Juvenile Period
Saluki Juvenile Period is from 3-4 Months to 5-14 months. During this stage, the Saluki puppies will attempt to clarify and resolve their boundaries. Their baby teeth start getting replaced by adult teeth.
5. Saluki Adolescent Period
Saluki Adolescent Period is from 5-14 Months to 2-3 Years. Salukis go through social and sexual maturity during this stage.
6. Saluki Maturity Period
Saluki Maturity Period is from 1 year to 4 years. At this age, your Saluki will transition to full adulthood.
Male Saluki Weight/Growth Chart in KG
The growth pattern of Male dogs is also different from that of Female dogs.
Adult male dogs are generally bigger in size than adult female dogs.
Below is typical growth and weight chart of a Male Saluki in Kilograms (kg).
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 9 KG | 7 KG – 12 KG |
| 20 Weeks | 12 KG | 9 KG – 15 KG |
| 25 Weeks | 14 KG | 10 KG – 18 KG |
| 30 Weeks | 16 KG | 12 KG – 20 KG |
| 35 Weeks | 17 KG | 12 KG – 22 KG |
| 40 Weeks | 18 KG | 13 KG – 23 KG |
| 45 Weeks | 18 KG | 13 KG – 23 KG |
| 60 Weeks | 19 KG | 13 KG – 24 KG |
Female Saluki Weight/Growth Chart in KG
The growth pattern of female dogs is different from that of male dogs. On average, female dogs grow faster than males and reach full size earlier. For this reason, it`s important that the standard height and weight charts for dogs are gender-specific.
Also, adult female dogs are generally smaller in size than adult male dogs.
Below is typical growth and weight chart of a Female Saluki in Kilograms (kg).
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 8 KG | 7 KG – 10 KG |
| 20 Weeks | 11 KG | 8 KG – 14 KG |
| 25 Weeks | 13 KG | 10 KG – 16 KG |
| 30 Weeks | 14 KG | 11 KG – 18 KG |
| 35 Weeks | 15 KG | 12 KG – 19 KG |
| 40 Weeks | 16 KG | 12 KG – 20 KG |
| 45 Weeks | 16 KG | 12 KG – 21 KG |
| 60 Weeks | 17 KG | 13 KG – 21 KG |
How Much Should a 12-Week-old Saluki Weigh?
The average weight of a 12-week-old female Saluki is 15.6 lbs (7.1 kg).
The typical weight range of a 12-week-old female Saluki is from 12.3 lbs to 18.8 lbs (5.6 kg to 8.5 kg).
The average weight of a 12-week-old male Saluki is 17.0 lbs (7.7 kg).
The typical weight range of a 12-week-old male Saluki is from 12.9 lbs to 21.1 lbs (5.8 kg to 9.6 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 12-week-old female Salukis can normally weigh as low as 6.1 lbs (2.8 kg) and as high as 24.7 lbs (11.2 kg)
Correspondingly, 12-week-old male Salukis can normally weigh as low as 5.2 lbs (2.3 kg) and as high as 27.1 lbs (12.3 kg)
How Much Should a 4-Month-old Saluki Weigh?
The average weight of a 4-month-old female Saluki is 20.9 lbs (9.5 kg).
The typical weight range of a 4-month-old female Saluki is from 16.4 lbs to 25.5 lbs (7.4 kg to 11.6 kg).
The average weight of a 4-month-old male Saluki is 22.9 lbs (10.4 kg).
The typical weight range of a 4-month-old male Saluki is from 17.2 lbs to 28.6 lbs (7.8 kg to 13.0 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 4-month-old female Salukis can normally weigh as low as 10.2 lbs (4.6 kg) and as high as 35.4 lbs (16.1 kg)
Correspondingly, 4-month-old male Salukis can normally weigh as low as 10.0 lbs (4.5 kg) and as high as 38.8 lbs (17.6 kg)
How Much Should a 6-Month-old Saluki Weigh?
The average weight of a 6-month-old female Saluki is 28.7 lbs (13.0 kg).
The typical weight range of a 6-month-old female Saluki is from 22.2 lbs to 35.3 lbs (10.1 kg to 16.0 kg).
The average weight of a 6-month-old male Saluki is 31.6 lbs (14.3 kg).
The typical weight range of a 6-month-old male Saluki is from 23.5 lbs to 39.7 lbs (10.7 kg to 18.0 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 6-month-old female Salukis can normally weigh as low as 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) and as high as 51.0 lbs (23.1 kg)
Correspondingly, 6-month-old male Salukis can normally weigh as low as 17.5 lbs (7.9 kg) and as high as 56.2 lbs (25.5 kg)
How Much Should a 1-Year-old Saluki Weigh?
The average weight of a 1-year-old female Saluki is 38.1 lbs (17.3 kg).
The typical weight range of a 1-year-old female Saluki is from 28.7 lbs to 47.5 lbs (13.0 kg to 21.6 kg).
The average weight of a 1-year-old male Saluki is 42.0 lbs (19.1 kg).
The typical weight range of a 1-year-old male Saluki is from 30.2 lbs to 53.8 lbs (13.7 kg to 24.4 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 1-year-old female Salukis can normally weigh as low as 25.3 lbs (11.5 kg) and as high as 68.4 lbs (31.0 kg)
Correspondingly, 1-year-old male Salukis can normally weigh as low as 28.3 lbs (12.8 kg) and as high as 77.7 lbs (35.3 kg)
How to Tell If Your Saluki is Overweight
As mentioned earlier in this article, a very accurate way to know if your Saluki puppy is on its way to becoming overweight is by weighing your dog every week and recording its weight. This will show you the growth trajectory of your Saluki puppy. And a close look at your puppy`s growth trajectory will tell you if your Saluki puppy will be overweight or underweight. This method is relatively easy to use.
You can use our free online tool to track your Saluki puppy`s growth curve.
However, if you do not have a record of the weekly weights of your Saluki, and you want to tell if your dog is overweight, underweight, or of normal weight, then you can use a chart called the body condition chart shown below. This method requires some expertise to use, and it is further discussed below.
To tell your dog`s body condition, first, look at your dog closely and observe which of its bones and structures are sticking out or not sticking out from under its skin. Next, use your hands to feel for fat and bones over your dog. To know which bones to look and feel for, check out the body condition tool guide from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association and this guide. This exercise will tell you the body condition score for your dog.
Body condition scores are from a scale of 1 to 9. A score of 1, 2 or 3 means that a dog is too skinny. A score of 4 or 5 means that a dog is of ideal weight, and a score above 5 means that a dog is overweight.
Talk to your vet if your Saluki appears to be overweight. The vet might recommend reducing how much food to feed your Saluki.
Conclusion on Saluki Weight and Growth
In this article, we have provided you with the information, growth charts and growth calculators to help you tell how big your Saluki will get. These tools will also help tell if your Saluki is growing normally.
However, the best way to monitor and predict the growth of your Saluki is to measure and record your puppy Saluki`s weight every week.
Use our free Saluki weight tracker and calculator tool available here to track and predict your Saluki`s weight.
It is important that every Saluki owner monitors the growth of their Saluki for normal growth by checking the weight of their Saluki regularly. Regular weight monitoring will let you detect any abnormal growth very early before it is too late. We discussed how you can tell if your Saluki is growing normally from your Saluki`s weight history earlier in this article.
Abnormal growth in Saluki can be because of underlying disease (such are heart, hormonal, or bone problems) or because of overfeeding or underfeeding. All of the aforementioned reduce the Saluki lifespan and quality of life.
Don`t wait. Start tracking your Saluki`s weight today!
