The Azawakh, a West African sighthound, is tall, lean, and heat-tolerant.

If you've never heard of the Azawakh dog breed, you're not alone. These African sighthounds are uncommon in the United States, but they have been valued companions in their home regions for centuries.

A new breed is looking to be top dog at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. For the first time, the Azawakh will be competing at the annual New York City event running Feb. 8-11. It will be ...

The Azawakh looks something like a cross between a star ballerina and a miniature Arabian horse — taller than it’s length, with a long elegant neck and dark expressive eyes. Their long ...

Brodie is an Azawakh — a dog breed related to greyhounds and whippets — with a unique history that makes his neck appear exceptionally lengthy This unique dog has a fantastically long neck and ...

As of January 1, the Azawakh—one of the most expensive dog breeds in the world, according to The Dog Digest—has gained full recognition within the American Kennel Club (AKC), making it ...

In a show that features more than 2,600 dogs from 204 breeds, there is now a new kid on the block -- the Azawakh. "An Azawakh is a sighthound. They're a tall, slender dog that was bred to hunt ...

The Azawakh (pronounced “Az-a-walk”) has a well-documented history, unlike some other ancient breeds with murky pasts. As a result, the Azawakh’s most curious and noteworthy characteristics ...

The club announced Wednesday that the Azawakh, pronounced AHZ'-ah-wahk, became the 193rd breed in its roster. That means Azawakhs can now compete in many dog shows, though they're not eligible for ...

Instead, she was in town to cheer on a dear friend who was showing an Azawakh — loosely called an African greyhound, they were making their debut in America’s top pooch pageant. Taylor was in ...