Azawakh has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Bernese Mountain Dog has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Affectionate
Intelligent
Faithful
Loyal

Azawakhs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Africa

Switzerland

basenji, african pariah dog

Molosser, Mastiff-type

ancient times

Ancient Times

Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Working (AKC:1937)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Brindle
Black

Black
Brown
White

Azawakhs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

An Azawakh can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bernese Mountain Dog can have a litter of 7-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Azawakhs may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Azawakh breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Bernese Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Histicytosis
Dental Disease
Meningitis
Obesity

Sensitive to Anesthesia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia

Blood Test
X-Rays

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Azawakhs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Bernese Mountain Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Azawakhs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Bernese Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Azawakh minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Azawakh dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bernese Mountain Dogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Azawakhs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Azawakh, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bernese Mountain Dog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Azawakhs usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bernese Mountain Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Azawakh is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Bernese Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

In general Azawakh should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Bernese Mountain Dog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 44-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Azawakh feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Bernese Mountain Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Azawakh is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Bernese Mountain Dog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Azawakh is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bernese Mountain Dog is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Azawakhs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bernese Mountain Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Azawakhs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Azawakhs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Bernese Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Azawakhs are not the best choice for families with kids.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Azawakhs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.