Russian wolfhound

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We talk to Belgian photographer Paul Croes about his proclivity for artful dog portraits and what it takes to bring out a pooch's personality.

A four legged friend can perhaps be the best one you have in your lifetime. This is one trait in dogs that no other animal can possibly match up to. Loyalty, affection, faithfulness are characteristics that make dogs stand out from the rest of the animals, domesticated of course! Saluki as a breed of hound dogs was originally called the ‘sacred dog of the Sumerian Empire’. While many may recognize it when referred to the Gazelle Hound or the Persian Greyhound, Saluki even to this day remains…

AKA Russian Wolfhounds AKA simultaneously the most badass and most hilarious dog breed ever wrapped up into one super weird shape.

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