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

English Setter tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Strong
Willed
Gentle
Intelligent
Mischievous
Energetic

Choose an Azawakh if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

English Setters are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Africa

England

basenji, african pariah dog

Gundog, Setter, Pointer, Hunter

ancient times

1300s

Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1884)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Brindle
Black

Brown
Red
Blue

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

English Setters have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

English Setters have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Sensitive to Anesthesia

Ectropion
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis

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

English Setters' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

English Setter has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Azawakhs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Setters need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

English Setters 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.

English Setter has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

The English Setter is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Azawakh dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

English Setter dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

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.

English Setters 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 English Setter, it's at least 10 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 English Setters 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 English Setter 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

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) English Setter feed 3.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

English Setter 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.

The English Setter is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Azawakhs are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

English Setters are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Azawakhs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

English Setters are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

English Setters are highly friendly around strangers.

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

English Setters are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

English Setters are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.