Azawakh
Description
The Azawakh is a sighthound livestock guardian breed of dog from West Africa. It is also used as a hunting dog, though relegated to a secondary function due to the lack of game in the region. With ancient origins, it is raised throughout the Sahelian zone of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. This region includes the Azawagh Valley for which the breed is named. While commonly associated with the nomadic Tuareg people, they are also bred and owned by other ethnic groups such as the Peulh, Bella, and Hausa. The Azawakah is more related to the Sloughi than it is to the Saluki.
Group
Rare
Scientific Name
Country Of Origin
West Africa
Size
Color
Fawn, clear sand to dark red, white, black, gray, blue, parti-color, and all shades of brown to include chocolate. With or without white markings and dark mask. Brindle, grizzle and overlays may also be present
Coat
The coat is very short and almost absent on the belly
Grooming
Brush and groom as needed.
Life Expectancy
AKC Group
Rare
UKC Group
Height
- Female 60–70 cm (24–28 in)
- Male 64–74 cm (25–29 in)
Weight
- Female 15–20 kg (33–44 lb)
- Male 20–25 kg (44–55 lb)
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