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Name	Azawakh	Rafeiro do Alentejo	Artois Hound
Origins	Mali	Portugal	France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bareeru Hanshee Oska Rawondu Tuareg Sloughi Wulo Idi	Mutt of Alentejo Portuguese Mastiff Alentejo Mastiff	Briquet Picard Chien d’Artois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound weight comparison:	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)	Male: 110-132 pounds (50-60 kg), Female: 100-121 pounds (45-55 kg)	55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg)	Male: 121 pounds (55 kg), Female: 110.5 pounds (50 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound height comparison:	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 27-28 inches (66-75 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm)	20-24 inch (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm)	22 inch (56 cm)

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Artois Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Artois Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound trainability comparison.	Azawakh dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Azawakh dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Artois Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Azawakh dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Artois Hound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Affectionate Loyal Attentive Refined Fierce Rugged	Independent Protective Territorial Selfish Calm Confidence Sober	Happy Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Faithful Familiar Balanced Persistent Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Azawakh dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound?	Average to High: Azawakh dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Artois Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound social needs comparison:	Azawakh dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Artois Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Azawakh dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rafeiro do Alentejo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Artois Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Azawakh dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Artois Hound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound playfulness comparison:	Average: Azawakhs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejos don't really like playing. See more.	The Artois Hound is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound?	Low to Average: The Azawakh rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Artois Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Very house-friendly dog the Azawakh breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Rafeiro do Alentejo breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Artois Hound breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Azawakh dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Artois Hound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Artois Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Azawakh bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Rafeiro do Alentejo bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Artois Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Azawakh has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rafeiro do Alentejo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Artois Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound mouthiness comparison:	Azawakh dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Artois Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound?	The Azawakh is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Rafeiro do Alentejos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Artois Hounds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Bloat Heart Problems Skin Allergies Anesthesia Sensitivity Autoimmune Thyroiditis Eosinophilic Myositus Idiopathic Epilepsy Lacerations Seizures Wobbler's Syndrome	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Anesthesia Sensitivity Cryptorchidism Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Azawakh should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Rafeiro do Alentejo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Artois Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Azawakh, Rafeiro do Alentejo and Artois Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Azawakh: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rafeiro do Alentejo: 11 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Artois Hound: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound energy level comparison:	Azawakh dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Artois Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Azawakh dogs have an average exercise need.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs exercise need is minimal.	Artois Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Azawakh dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Artois Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Azawakh has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Rafeiro do Alentejo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Artois Hound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound coat comparison:	Smooth	Dense Straight Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Azawakh, Rafeiro do Alentejo and Artois Hound color?	Black Gray Blue White Brown Brindle Golden	Black Gray Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black White Dark Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Azawakh requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Rafeiro do Alentejo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Artois Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or {name3 shedding:	Azawakh dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Artois Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Azawakh has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Artois Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Azawakh is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an average drooler. See more.	The Artois Hound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Azawakh dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Artois Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Azawakh dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Artois Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Azawakh dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Artois Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Azawakh dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Artois Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound?	Azawakh dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Artois Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound?	No Azawakh dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Artois Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Azawakh is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rafeiro do Alentejo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Artois Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Azawakhs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Rafeiro do Alentejos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Artois Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Azawakh or Rafeiro do Alentejo or Artois Hound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound?	Not really Azawakh breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rafeiro do Alentejo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Artois Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Azawakh and Rafeiro do Alentejo and Artois Hound have?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Azawakh vs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Artois Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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