Every day the number of dogs in homes increases, currently this number already exceeds that of children, according to Pet Radar survey 2020, carried out in partnership with the H2R Institute, showed that more than 37 million Brazilian homes have some type of pet.
In addition to being cute, they are loyal and loving, which leads many people to raise them as children, creating deep emotional bonds, where the animal's presence is as important as that of any other member of the family.
If you are looking for a four-legged friend, you can adopt a dog that needs shelter, or even buy one from a trusted place, as they guarantee a pure pedigree.
Now if your dream has always been to buy a specific breed, in this article I will present you with some options, remembering that they are the 3 most expensive dog breeds in the world.
After all, what makes these dogs so expensive? That's what we'll know now!
Saluki
A noble breed, some historians estimate that these dogs existed more than 329 BC, being considered the oldest breed in the world
They appear in Egyptian tombs, as they were such valuable animals that many were mummified along with their owners.
Salukis were bred with the aim of helping with hunting, as they have excellent vision, in addition to their long legs that make it easier to hunt foxes, rabbits and gazelles.
They are so fast that they can run up to 60km/h, entering the Guinness Book of Records as the fastest dogs in the world.
A saluki puppy can cost up to 6 thousand reais.
Peruvian Inca Orchid or Peruvian Naked Dog
Despite not having such a beautiful appearance, it is a breed of Peruvian origin, being one of the few hairless dog breeds in the world.
Some even have very little fur, however, their puppies are born without any hair.
They are very old dogs, drawings of the breed were found in pre-Inca times from 1,400 BC, in ancient times it was believed that this dog had the power to heal just with the heat of its body.
It is possible to find Peruvian Inca Orchid in large, medium and small sizes.
Its value varies between 2 thousand and can reach up to 10 thousand, and you need to book in advance to get yours.
Azawakh
The Azawakh breed is of African origin, they have great energy and need plenty of space to run.
They are slender and tall dogs, measuring up to 74 cm when adult, with excellent hunting skills, and are commonly used as herding dogs in Africa.
Its long legs and visible lightness are reminiscent of felines, these being the characteristics that most distinguish the breed from others.
You can only find an Azawakh puppy in the USA or Canada, the average price is 10 thousand, and you need to make a reservation in advance to be able to have yours.
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