Azawakh
An extremely fine-boned sighthound from the Sahel, the Azawakh is a proud guard and hunting dog, devoted to its family and wary of strangers.
Azawakh vs Sloughi
Side by side
| Trait | Azawakh | Sloughi |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Sighthounds | Sighthounds |
| Size | Large | Large |
| Weight | 15–25 kg | 18–28 kg |
| Height at withers | 60–74 cm | 61–72 cm |
| Life expectancy | 12–15 years | 12–15 years |
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| Apartment | Not recommended | Not recommended |
Key differences
On paper, these two breeds are very close: none of the gaps in size, life expectancy or ratings is large enough to stand out.
Gaps counted as key differences: more than 20% in average weight, more than 10% in average height, at least 2 years in average life expectancy, or at least 2 points on a rating.
Which one is right for you?
A quick guide based on the ratings above. Every dog is an individual: spend time with the breed and talk to breeders, rescue organisations or a veterinarian before deciding.
- Apartment living
- Both are similarBased on apartment suitability and energy.
- Family with children
- Sloughi is the better fitBased on behaviour with children.
- First-time owner
- Both are similarBased on trainability, energy and grooming needs.
- Hot climate
- Both are similarBased on heat tolerance.
- Active owner
- Both are similarBased on energy level.
Meet the two breeds
Sloughi
A smooth-coated sighthound from the Maghreb, the Sloughi is an elegant, fast hunter that is calm and reserved at home and deeply attached to its family.