Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Africa

United States

basenji, african pariah dog

Rat Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer

ancient times

1990s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Blue
Fawn
Brindle
Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Straight

Wiry

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 Mini Ratzer can have a litter of 5-7 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.

Mini Ratzers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis

Sensitive to Anesthesia

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Color Dilution Alopecia
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Bladder Stones and Infections

Blood Test
X-Rays

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

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

Mini Ratzer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Mini Ratzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Mini Ratzer, it's at least 7 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 Mini Ratzers usually need at least 90 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 Mini Ratzer 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, Mini Ratzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Mini Ratzer 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 Mini Ratzer is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 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 Mini Ratzer is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 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 Mini Ratzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Azawakhs are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

Mini Ratzers 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.

Mini Ratzers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

Mini Ratzers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Mini Ratzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.