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

Great Dane has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

Africa

Germany

basenji, african pariah dog

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

ancient times

3000 BC

Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Working (AKC:1887)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Blue
Black

Blue
Fawn
Brindle
Black

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

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

Great Danes have short coats.

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 Great Dane 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.

Great Danes 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.

Great Danes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Sensitive to Anesthesia

Myotonia

Blood Test
X-Rays

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Great Danes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Great Dane 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.

Great Danes need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Great Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Great Dane drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

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.

Great Danes 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 Great Dane, 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 Great Danes 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.

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

Great Dane 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
Slicker Brush
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 120-175 pound (54 - 79 kg) Great Dane feed 3.5 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 Great Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Great Dane is between $116 - $126. This makes an average of $1392 - $1512 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.

Great Dane is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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 are not the best choice for families with kids.

Great Danes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

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

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

Great Danes 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.

Great Danes are not known for being a highly playful breed.