Dayle what i suggest is bond with the pup that's a must with saluki xs is to have a good bond with it if you don't then they can be difficult I'm going to start working mine giving him his first runs at 11 maybe 12 months old ill see how he does and ill know wether or not hes ready , but i suggest you create a bond with your pup by playing a lot , make a fuss when out and about , much fun as possiable but I can't really say what needs to be done without seeing how the dog responds to you but a bond is a must in my opinion atb bud but don't give up it will come round in time just try create a