Last Updated: Nov 06, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Azawakh: Introduction
- Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh: Overview
- Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh
- The Similarities Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh
- Size Comparison of the Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh
- Lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh
- Temperament of the Azawakh Versus the Bernese Mountain Dog
- The Popularity of Bernese Mountain Dog versus Popularity of Azawakh
- Tolerates Being Alone: Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh
- Do Bernese Mountain Dogs shed more than Azawakhs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh?
- Are Bernese Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Azawakhs?
- Is the Bernese Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Azawakh?
- Which one drools more, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh
- How Kid-friendly are Bernese Mountain Dogs and Azawakhs?
- Does the Bernese Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Azawakh?
- Do Bernese Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Azawakhs?
- Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Bernese Mountain Dog vs. Azawakh
- Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh. Which One is a Better Pet?
Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Azawakh: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh.
Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh: Overview
A very important difference between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bernese Mountain Dog is a giant-sized dog while the Azawakh is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Bernese Mountain Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
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.
Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh
| Factor | Bernese Mountain Dog | Azawakh |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 23 to 28 inches | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 6 to 10 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Weight | 70 to 115 pounds | 33 to 55 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 8.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2390 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2995 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 86.6 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 25 | 189 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog is 66 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Azawakh is 81 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Azawakh, we still believe that the Bernese Mountain Dog is a better pet than the Azawakh.
This is because Bernese Mountain Dogs are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Bernese Mountain Dog will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Bernese Mountain Dog :-). We are for the Bernese Mountain Dog. So get a Bernese Mountain Dog!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh
Below is a list of where the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh are most different:
The Similarities Between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh
The Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh.
The Bernese Mountain Dog weighs 70 to 115 pounds when fully grown. The Bernese Mountain Dog is 23 to 28 inches 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 Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh
The lifespan of the Bernese Mountain Dog is between 6 to 10 years. The average lifespan of the Bernese Mountain Dog is 8.0 years.
The lifespan of the Azawakh is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Azawakh is 13.5 years.
The Azawakh lives longer than the Bernese Mountain Dog.
Temperament of the Azawakh Versus the Bernese Mountain Dog
The Azawakh has a better temperament than the Bernese Mountain Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Azawakh is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Bernese Mountain Dog is 86.6 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 86.6 percent, the Bernese Mountain Dog has an above-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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh by measuring the temperaments of 194 Bernese Mountain Dogs and 1 Azawakhs.
The Popularity of Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Bernese Mountain Dog is more popular with dog owners than the Azawakh. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Bernese Mountain Dog is 25 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Azawakh is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Bernese Mountain Dog
Popularity of Azawakh
| Year | Bernese Mountain Dog Popularity Rank | Azawakh Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 32 | no data |
| 2014 | 32 | no data |
| 2015 | 29 | no data |
| 2016 | 27 | no data |
| 2017 | 25 | no data |
| 2018 | 22 | no data |
| 2019 | 23 | 190.0 |
| 2020 | 22 | 193.0 |
| 2021 | 20 | 185.0 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Bernese Mountain Dog versus Azawakh
Bernese Mountain Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Azawakhs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Bernese Mountain Dogs shed more than Azawakhs?
Bernese Mountain Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Azawakhs shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are moderately easy to groom.
Azawakhs are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh?
Bernese Mountain Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Azawakhs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Bernese Mountain Dogs good family dogs? What about Azawakhs?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Azawakhs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Bernese Mountain Dog Easier to Train than the Azawakh?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are very easy to train.
Azawakhs are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh
Bernese Mountain Dogs have a very high tendency to drool.
Azawakhs do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Bernese Mountain Dogs and Azawakhs?
Bernese Mountain Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Azawakhs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Does the Bernese Mountain Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Azawakh?
Bernese Mountain Dogs 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 Bernese Mountain Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Azawakhs?
Bernese Mountain Dogs 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 Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Bernese Mountain Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Bernese Mountain Dog vs. Azawakh
Bernese Mountain Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Azawakhs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Bernese Mountain Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Bernese Mountain Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Bernese Mountain Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Azawakh?
Bernese Mountain Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Azawakhs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bernese Mountain Dog or the Azawakh?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Azawakhs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bernese Mountain Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Bernese Mountain Dog compares to other breeds aside from the Azawakh. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Bernese Mountain Dog to other breeds:
Bernese Mountain Dog versus Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog versus Irish Wolfhound Bernese Mountain Dog versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Bernese Mountain Dog versus Mastiff Bernese Mountain Dog versus Vizsla Bernese Mountain Dog versus Rottweiler Bernese Mountain Dog versus Alaskan Malamute Bernese Mountain Dog versus Dalmatian Bernese Mountain Dog versus Tibetan Mastiff Bernese Mountain Dog versus Saint Bernard Bernese Mountain Dog versus Golden Retriever Bernese Mountain Dog versus Labrador Retriever Bernese Mountain Dog versus Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog versus Leonberger Bernese Mountain Dog versus Newfoundland Bernese Mountain Dog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Bernese Mountain Dog versus Bullmastiff Bernese Mountain Dog versus Great Pyrenees
Conclusion: Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and the Azawakh better suits you and your family.