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Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Borders or Welshie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Airedale Terrier Border Terrier Welsh Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier breeds.
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Borders Welshie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1200-$1400 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Spirited
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?
Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier social needs comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Airedale Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Skin Irritation

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which breed is most active?
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Welsh Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Welsh Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Welsh Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which drools least?
The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Rough Wiry
Soft
Waterproof
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is best with kids?
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Border Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?
Yes
Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has most puppies?
7-9 puppies 2-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Airedale Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Airedale Terrier, Border Terrier, and Welsh Terrier. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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