Last Updated: Apr 30, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Collie Versus Azawakh: Introduction
- Collie versus Azawakh: Overview
- Collie versus Azawakh: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Azawakh
- The Similarities Between the Collie and the Azawakh
- Size Comparison of the Collie versus Azawakh
- Lifespan of Collie versus Azawakh
- Temperament of the Collie Versus the Azawakh
- The Popularity of Collie versus Popularity of Azawakh
- Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Azawakh
- Do Collies shed more than Azawakhs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Azawakh?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Azawakh?
- Are Collies good family dogs? What about Azawakhs?
- Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Azawakh?
- Which one drools more, the Collie or the Azawakh
- How Kid-friendly are Collies and Azawakhs?
- Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Azawakh?
- Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Azawakhs?
- Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Azawakh
- Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Collie versus Azawakh. Which One is a Better Pet?
Collie Versus Azawakh: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie and the Azawakh? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Collie and the Azawakh better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Collie and the Azawakh.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie and the Azawakh is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Collie and for the Azawakh. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Collie and the Azawakh.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Collie or the Azawakh.
Note that the Collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth collie and the rough collie. Read our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
See this article that compares the Border Collie to the Azawakh.
Finally, just like the collie, the border collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough border collie and the smooth border collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Collie versus Azawakh: Overview
A very important difference between the Collie and the Azawakh is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Azawakh is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Azawakh belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Collie versus Azawakh: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Collie to the Azawakh based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Collie and the Azawakh
| Factor | Collie | Azawakh |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 33 to 55 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1480 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 80.8 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 37 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Collie in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Azawakh. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Collie is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Azawakh is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Collie is a better pet than the Azawakh. So, you should get a Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Azawakh
Below is a list of where the Collie and the Azawakh are most different:
The Similarities Between the Collie and the Azawakh
The Collie and the Azawakh are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the Azawakh are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Collie versus Azawakh
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the Azawakh.
The Collie weighs 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Collie is 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Azawakh weighs 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. The Azawakh is 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Collie versus Azawakh
The lifespan of the Collie is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Collie is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of the Azawakh is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Azawakh is 13.5 years.
The Azawakh live longer than the Collie.
Temperament of the Collie Versus the Azawakh
The Azawakh has a better temperament than the Collie.
This is because the temperament score for the Azawakh is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Collie is 80.8 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 80.8 percent, the Collie has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Azawakh has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Collie and the Azawakh by measuring the temperaments of 896 Collies and 1 Azawakhs.
The Popularity of Collie versus Popularity of Azawakh
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Collie and the Azawakh over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Collie is more popular with dog owners than the Azawakh. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Collie is 37 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Azawakh is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Collie
Popularity of Azawakh
| Year | Collie Popularity Rank | Azawakh Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 35 | no data |
| 2014 | 36 | no data |
| 2015 | 36 | no data |
| 2016 | 37 | no data |
| 2017 | 40 | no data |
| 2018 | 38 | no data |
| 2019 | 38 | 190.0 |
| 2020 | 40 | 193.0 |
| 2021 | 38 | 185.0 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Azawakh
Collies do not like to be left alone.
Azawakhs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Collies shed more than Azawakhs?
Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Azawakhs shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Azawakh?
Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Azawakhs are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Azawakh?
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
Azawakhs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Collies good family dogs? What about Azawakhs?
Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Azawakhs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Azawakh?
Collies are very easy to train.
Azawakhs are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Collie or the Azawakh
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Azawakhs do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Collies and Azawakhs?
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Azawakhs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Azawakh?
Collies have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Azawakhs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Azawakhs?
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Azawakhs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Azawakh
Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Azawakhs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Azawakh?
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Azawakhs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the Azawakh?
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
Azawakhs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Azawakh. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Collie to other breeds:
Collie versus German Shepherd Dog Collie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Collie versus Kooikerhondje Collie versus German Longhaired Pointer Collie versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Collie versus Maltipoo Collie versus Collie Collie versus Cairn Terrier Collie versus Portuguese Pointer Collie versus Border Collie Collie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Collie versus Borzoi Collie versus Australian Cattle Dog Collie versus Pointer Collie versus American Foxhound Collie versus American Bulldog Collie versus Great Pyrenees Collie versus Lagotto Romagnolo Collie versus Braque du Bourbonnais Collie versus Bordoodle Collie versus Norwich TerrierConclusion: Collie versus Azawakh. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Collie and the Azawakh better suits you and your family.