Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs reach maturity in 3 years. As puppies they have a lot of energy and need quite a lot of attention from their owners, including daily exercise and professional dog training.

If he socialized properly, the Azawakh will live in harmony in their family and community and will be loving, gentle, playful and extremely loyal.

Tall, lean, and very mobile, the Azawakh is amongst the world's fastest running dog breeds, next to Doberman, Dalmatian, and other Greyhound types (Arabian Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, Afghan Greyhound, English, and Russian Greyhound).

Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are extremely low maintenance when it comes to care, making them ideal for a busy household. Thanks to its dense coat, this breed sheds only a little, which makes it great for indoor keeping.

The Azawakh breed is an Afro-Asian dog breed, named after the Azawakh Valley, in the Sahara Desert, where this dog originates. It is a slender and fast hunting dog, with a royal presence.

Originally from Zimbabwe, the Rhodesian Ridgeback, also known as the African lion hunter, is a strong, muscular dog with an independent character.