Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Fearless
Clever

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Smooth Fox Terrier, Miniature Pinscher

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Blue
Fawn
Brindle
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
White
Fawn

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

Smooth Fox Pinschers 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 Smooth Fox Pinscher can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

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Sensitive to Anesthesia

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Myasthenia Gravis

Blood Test
X-Rays

Skin Evaluation
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

Smooth Fox Pinscher 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.

Smooth Fox Pinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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 Smooth Fox Pinscher, 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 Smooth Fox Pinschers 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 Smooth Fox Pinscher 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

Smooth Fox Pinscher 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

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 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Smooth Fox Pinscher feed 1 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 Smooth Fox Pinscher is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 Smooth Fox Pinscher is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Smooth Fox Pinscher 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.

Smooth Fox Pinschers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Smooth Fox Pinschers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Smooth Fox Pinschers 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.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.