Azawakh breed appears in Westminster Dog Show for first time

The Westminster Kennel Club will welcome the long and lean Azawahk breed, originally from West Africa, at its annual canine competition in New York City.

Six different Azawakhs will compete in this year's show at Madison Square Garden, which takes place February 8-11.

One interesting aspect about the breed is that they are taller than they are long.

The winner of Azawakh best in breed round will join the broader hound competition next Tuesday night (Feb.

11).