Azawakh puppies for sale across Canada
Browse current listings and join the waitlist for Azawakh puppies across Canada.
Also known as: Idi, Tuareg Sloughi

Browse current listings and join the waitlist for Azawakh puppies across Canada.
Also known as: Idi, Tuareg Sloughi

A Azawakh is also commonly known as Idi, Tuareg Sloughi. These are popular alternative names and search terms used for this breed across Canada.
Azawakh puppy prices in Canada vary based on breeder reputation, health testing, lineage, and breeding rights. Always prioritize breeders who provide health guarantees and proper documentation.
Beyond the purchase price, budgeting for ongoing costs is equally important. Paction has built the Ultimate Dog Cost Calculator to help you plan for the full lifetime cost of your dog. For a breed-specific breakdown, see the full Azawakh cost guide.
You can find reputable Azawakh breeders right here on Paction. Paction features verified breeders across Canada who raise healthy, well-socialized puppies. Use the search results above to view current listings and waitlists, or join the Global Waitlist and Paction will connect you with an excellent breeder.
Finding a responsible Azawakh breeder starts with understanding how the breeder plans their litters — not just whether the dogs are registered. Responsible breeders prioritize genetic and health screening of both parents and provide transparent lineage information.
To understand more about responsible breeding programs, check out Making Science Simple: Canine Genetics for Puppy Shoppers.
When choosing a Azawakh breeder, look for health testing on parent dogs, health guarantees, early puppy socialization, and willingness to answer questions about their breeding program.
To understand why health testing matters, check out Paction's Making Science Simple: Canine Genetics for Puppy Shoppers. For more educational resources, explore the Expert Hub.
Puppy scams are common when searching for popular breeds like Azawakh. Red flags include breeders unwilling to show health testing, pressure to send deposits quickly, or puppies offered without clear planning details. Paction reduces scam risk by working with breeders who verify their identities and commit to transparent, documented breeding practices.

The Azawakh, often called the Idi or Tuareg Sloughi, is a beloved breed with a rich history.
The Azawakh is an ancient and elegant sighthound breed that originates from the Sahara Desert region of West Africa, particularly among the nomadic Tuareg, Peul, and Hausa tribes. For centuries, Azawakhs have served as guardians, hunters, and companions, prized for their speed, endurance, and loyalty. Bred to chase down fast-moving prey like gazelle across harsh desert terrain, they were also valued for their ability to protect livestock and camps. Unlike many Western dog breeds, the Azawakh was not shaped by selective breeding programs but by functional necessity and survival, giving rise to a lean, muscular, and deeply intuitive dog. The breed was introduced to Europe in the 1970s and has since gained recognition for its unique appearance, reserved temperament, and cultural significance as a living piece of Saharan heritage.