Azawakh versus Boxer. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Azawakh Versus Boxer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Azawakh and the Boxer? 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 Boxer 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 Boxer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Azawakh and the Boxer 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 Boxer. 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 Boxer.

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 Boxer.

Azawakh versus Boxer: Overview

A very important difference between the Azawakh and the Boxer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Azawakh is a large-sized dog while the Boxer is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Azawakh belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs 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.

On the other hand, the Boxer belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Azawakh versus Boxer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Azawakh to the Boxer 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 Boxer

Factor Azawakh Boxer
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Weight 33 to 55 pounds 60 to 70 pounds
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $1200 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1620
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 83.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

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 Boxer. 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 Boxer is 73 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Azawakh is a better pet than the Boxer. So, you should get the Azawakh!

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 Boxer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Azawakh and the Boxer

Below is a list of where the Azawakh and the Boxer are most different:

  • Azawakhs do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Boxers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather. However, Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

The Similarities Between the Azawakh and the Boxer

The Azawakh and the Boxer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Azawakh and the Boxer are most similar:

  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Boxer are very easy to groom.

Size Comparison of Azawakh versus Boxer

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Azawakh and the Boxer.

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, Boxers weigh 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Boxers are 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

Lifespan of Azawakh versus Boxer

The lifespan of Azawakhs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Azawakhs is 13.5 years.

The lifespan of Boxers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Boxers is 11.0 years.

Azawakhs live longer than Boxers.

Temperament of the Azawakh Versus the Boxer

The Azawakh has a better temperament than the Boxer.

This is because the temperament score for the Azawakh is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Boxer is 83.9 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 83.9 percent, the Boxer has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Azawakh and the Boxer by measuring the temperaments of 1 Azawakhs and 472 Boxers.

Tolerates Being Alone: Azawakh versus Boxer

Azawakhs can be left alone only for a short time.

Boxers do not like to be left alone.

Do Azawakhs shed more than Boxers?

Azawakhs shed moderately.

Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

Which one drools more, the Azawakh or the Boxer

Azawakhs do have a very low tendency to drool.

Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Azawakh or the Boxer?

Azawakhs are very easy to groom.

Boxers are very easy to groom.

Does the Azawakh Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boxer?

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.

Boxers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

Do Azawakhs Bark and Howl? What about Boxers?

Azawakhs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.

Can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather?

Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Boxers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Wanderlust Potential: Azawakh vs. Boxer

Azawakhs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

Boxers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather?

Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather.

Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Azawakh or the Boxer?

Azawakhs get along fairly well with other dogs.

Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Azawakhs good family dogs? What about Boxers?

Azawakhs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Boxers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Azawakhs and Boxers?

Azawakhs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

Boxers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Azawakh Easier to Train than the Boxer?

Azawakhs are fairly easy to train.

Boxers are very easy to train.

Is the Azawakh Better for Apartment Owners than the Boxer?

Azawakhs adapt very well to apartment living.

Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Azawakh or the Boxer?

Azawakhs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Boxers are OK for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Azawakh versus Boxer. 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 Boxer better suits you and your family.