Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Azawakh Versus Borzoi: Introduction
- Azawakh versus Borzoi: Overview
- Azawakh versus Borzoi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Azawakh and the Borzoi
- The Similarities Between the Azawakh and the Borzoi
- Size Comparison of Azawakh versus Borzoi
- Lifespan of Azawakh versus Borzoi
- Temperament of the Borzoi Versus the Azawakh
- Tolerates Being Alone: Azawakh versus Borzoi
- Do Azawakhs shed more than Borzois?
- Which one drools more, the Azawakh or the Borzoi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Azawakh or the Borzoi?
- Does the Azawakh Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Borzoi?
- Do Azawakhs Bark and Howl? What about Borzois?
- Can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Azawakh vs. Borzoi
- Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Azawakh or the Borzoi?
- Are Azawakhs good family dogs? What about Borzois?
- How Kid-friendly are Azawakhs and Borzois?
- Is the Azawakh Easier to Train than the Borzoi?
- Conclusion: Azawakh versus Borzoi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Azawakh Versus Borzoi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Azawakh and the Borzoi? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Azawakh and the Borzoi better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Azawakh and the Borzoi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Azawakh and the Borzoi is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Azawakh and for the Borzoi. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Azawakh and the Borzoi.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Azawakh or the Borzoi.
Azawakh versus Borzoi: Overview
A very important difference between the Azawakh and the Borzoi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Azawakh is a large-sized dog while the Borzoi is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Azawakh and the Borzoi are Hound Dogs. This means both the Azawakh and the Borzoi were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Azawakh versus Borzoi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Azawakh to the Borzoi based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Azawakh and the Borzoi
Factor | Azawakh | Borzoi |
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Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 1/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | 55 to 105 pounds |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $1500 |
Average Price | No Data | $1560 |
Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 90.1 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Azawakh in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Borzoi. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Azawakh is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Borzoi is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Borzoi is a better pet than the Azawakh. So, you should get the Borzoi!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Azawakh and the Borzoi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Azawakh and the Borzoi
Below is a list of where the Azawakh and the Borzoi are most different:
- Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Borzois can tolerate cold weather.
The Similarities Between the Azawakh and the Borzoi
The Azawakh and the Borzoi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Azawakh and the Borzoi are most similar:
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi adapt well to apartment living.
- Both the Azawakh and the Borzoi are very easy to groom.
Size Comparison of Azawakh versus Borzoi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Azawakh and the Borzoi.
Azawakhs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Azawakhs are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Borzois weigh 55 to 105 pounds when fully grown. Borzois are 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Azawakh versus Borzoi
The lifespan of Azawakhs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Azawakhs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Borzois is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Borzois is 11.0 years.
Azawakhs live longer than Borzois.
Temperament of the Borzoi Versus the Azawakh
The Azawakh has a better temperament than the Borzoi.
This is because the temperament score for the Azawakh is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Borzoi is 90.1 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Azawakh has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 90.1 percent, the Borzoi has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Azawakh and the Borzoi by measuring the temperaments of 1 Azawakhs and 111 Borzois.
Tolerates Being Alone: Azawakh versus Borzoi
Azawakhs can be left alone only for a short time.
Borzois do not like to be left alone.
Do Azawakhs shed more than Borzois?
Azawakhs shed moderately.
Borzois shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Azawakh or the Borzoi
Azawakhs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Borzois do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Azawakh or the Borzoi?
Azawakhs are very easy to groom.
Borzois are very easy to groom.
Does the Azawakh Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Borzoi?
Azawakhs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Borzois have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Azawakhs Bark and Howl? What about Borzois?
Azawakhs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Borzois are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather?
Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Borzois can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Azawakh vs. Borzoi
Azawakhs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Borzois have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather?
Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather.
Borzois can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Azawakh or the Borzoi?
Azawakhs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Borzois get along very well with other dogs.
Are Azawakhs good family dogs? What about Borzois?
Azawakhs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Borzois are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Azawakhs and Borzois?
Azawakhs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Borzois get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Azawakh Easier to Train than the Borzoi?
Azawakhs are fairly easy to train.
Borzois are fairly easy to train.
Is the Azawakh Better for Apartment Owners than the Borzoi?
Azawakhs adapt very well to apartment living.
Borzois adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Azawakh or the Borzoi?
Azawakhs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Borzois are OK for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Azawakh versus Borzoi. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Azawakh and the Borzoi better suits you and your family.