A Detailed Comparison of the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur.

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Azawakh Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction

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

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

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 Mountain Cur.

Azawakh versus Mountain Cur: Overview

Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur are similar in size. The Azawakh and the Mountain Cur are both large-sized dogs.

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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Azawakh to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur

Factor Azawakh Mountain Cur
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 16 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 26 inches
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Weight 33 to 55 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $388 – $850
Average Price No Data $680
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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Azawakh is a better pet than the Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur

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

  • Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Mountain Curs can tolerate cold weather.
  • Azawakhs adapt well to apartment living. However, Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

The Similarities Between the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur

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

  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Azawakh and the Mountain Cur are very easy to groom.

Size Comparison of Azawakh versus Mountain Cur

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

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, Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Azawakh versus Mountain Cur

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

The lifespan of Mountain Curs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Mountain Curs is 13.0 years.

Azawakhs live longer than Mountain Curs.

Tolerates Being Alone: Azawakh versus Mountain Cur

Azawakhs can be left alone only for a short time.

Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.

Do Azawakhs shed more than Mountain Curs?

Azawakhs shed moderately.

Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

Which one drools more, the Azawakh or the Mountain Cur

Azawakhs do have a very low tendency to drool.

Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Azawakh or the Mountain Cur?

Azawakhs are very easy to groom.

Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.

Does the Azawakh Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?

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.

Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs?

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

Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.

Can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Azawakh vs. Mountain Cur

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

Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?

Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather.

Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.

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

Azawakhs get along fairly well with other dogs.

Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Azawakhs good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?

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

Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Azawakhs and Mountain Curs?

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

Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Azawakh Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?

Azawakhs are fairly easy to train.

Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

Is the Azawakh Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?

Azawakhs adapt very well to apartment living.

Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

Azawakhs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Azawakh versus Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.