Azawakh
Elegant, tall sighthound from West Africa with a lean, muscular build, fine coat, and long legs built for speed and endurance in desert conditions of the Sahel region
Breed Group: Hound
Bred For:
Life Span: 12-15 years
Height: Male: 63-74; Female: 60-70 cm (Male: 25-29; Female: 23.5-27.5 inches)
Weight: Male: 20-25; Female: 15-20 kg (Male: 44-55; Female: 33-44 lbs)
Origin country: West Africa (Sahel region: Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso)
Temperament: Independent, loyal, alert, protective, affectionate, aloof