Azawakh Breed Information

Azawakh

Weight:

33 - 55 lbs (15 - 25 kg)

Height:

24 - 29 ins (60 - 74 cm)

Color:

clear sand to dark red, white, black, blue, gray, brindle, grizzle, parti-color and all shades of brown, including chocolate. However, the FCI standard for the breed only recognizes sand to dark red and brindle at this time.

Temperament:

It manages to balance a close bond with its owner with a strong, almost feline independence. They are attentive yet aloof. With those they accept, Azawakhs are gentle and affectionate. With strangers they are reserved and prefer not to be touched, but are not aggressive. They are good with other dogs.

Grooming:

Because of its short coat hair, you will need only a hound glove to keep it shiny and clean. They do not shed and as they have no dog owner only occasional baths are needed.

Training:

The Azawakh is usually trained fairly easily as long as gentle methods are employed. They respond very well to gentle, yet firm corrections and are usually very food motivated. The Azawakh has an amazing amount of dignity and must be treated with mutual respect and honor.

Exercise:

The Azawakh is an active breed with incredible endurance. They should have a large yard or open area where they can stretch their legs on a regular basis. More importantly, however, they need interaction with the owner or another dog to encourage them to exercise. Finding a securely fenced ball field is perfect for play excursions.

Life Expectancy:

12 - 15 years

Litter Size:

6 - 7 puppies

Country of origin:

Mali

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