Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Tenacious

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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 Border Heeler can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Border Heelers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly

Sensitive to Anesthesia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Blood Test
X-Rays

Hearing
Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Azawakh has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Border Heeler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Border Heelers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Border Heelers 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.

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

The Border Heeler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Ideally, Border Heeler should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Azawakhs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Border Heelers 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.

Border Heelers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

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

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

Border Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Azawakhs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Border Heelers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Border Heelers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.