Pomeranian has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Azawakh has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Extroverted
Intelligent
Playful
Attentive
Docile
Trainable

Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Pomeranians are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose an Azawakh if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Germany

Africa

Norwegian Elkhound, German Spitz, Samoyed, American Eskimo Dog, Schipperke

basenji, african pariah dog

1800s

ancient times

Toy (AKC:1888)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Silver
Cream
Red
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Black
White

Blue
Fawn
Brindle
Black

Pomeranians have medium-length coats.

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

A Pomeranian can have a litter of 12-16 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.

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.

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

Azawakhs may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

Cataracts
Allergies
Epilepsy

Sensitive to Anesthesia

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Blood Test
X-Rays

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

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

Pomeranians need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Azawakhs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

The Pomeranian is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Azawakh dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Pomeranian dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Azawakh dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Pomeranians are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Azawakhs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pomeranian, it's at least 5 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 Azawakh, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pomeranians usually need at least 40 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 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.

The Pomeranian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Azawakh is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Pomeranian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-7 pound (1 - 3 kg) Pomeranian 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.

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.

The average cost of a Pomeranian is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of an Azawakh is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pomeranian 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.

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.

Pomeranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Azawakhs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Azawakhs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Pomeranians are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

Pomeranians are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

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

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