Azawakh Breed Information

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Azawakh Breed Information

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Azawakh Breed Introduction

The Azawakh breed is built for speed and its bony looks attest to it. It is bred to adapt to the rugged climate of the Sahara and the sub-Sahara.

The Azawakh's Behavior

Source: Wikipedia

Recommended for: pet, working dog

The Azawakh dog breed is known as an attentive breed . It was developed to both guard and hunt. Azawakhs' responses to strangers can vary from being reserved to openly hostile. However Azawakh dogs tend to be affectionate and gentle to those they accept. Azawakhs therefore make good family pets.

Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.

The Azawakh's Physical Characteristics

Here are some of the characteristics of the Azawakh breed as determined by the Azawakh Club of America's link to the Federation Cynologique Internationale's published breed standard.

• Size: males 25 1/2 - 29 inches, females 23 3/4 - 27 1/2 inches
• Color: light sable to dark fawn, white stockings
• Eyes: large, almond-shaped, dark, amber
• Ears: set high, fine, drooping, triangle shape with rounded tip
• Muzzle: half of head's length
• Nose: open nostrils, black, brown
• Tail: set low, long, thin, lean, tapered, white brush on tip

The Azawakh's Origins and History

Source: Wikipedia

Country/Region of Origin: Mali

Original purpose: guarding, hunting

Name: also known as Tuareg Sloughi

Historical notes: Azawakh dogs were bred by the Tuareg nomads of the Sahara to guard property and hunt animals such as gazelles and hares. They can reach a speed of 40 miles per hour.

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