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Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Berner or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name Airedale Terrier Bernese Mountain Dog Poodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle intelligence:
Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle trainability comparison.
Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?
Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle playfulness comparison:
The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?
Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
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.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
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.
Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Ear Infections
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Runny Eyes
Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)
Neonatal Encephalopathy (news)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits
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.
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?
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 cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle energy level comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Dense Curly
Colors
What are the original Airedale Terrier, Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle color?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
White
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
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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Hypoallergenic
Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?
Yes
Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Poodle 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
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poodle 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.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Airedale Terrier or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?

Not really

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

Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

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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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

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

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

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Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Airedale Terrier and Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle have?
7-9 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8 2-4 puppies

Airedale Terrier vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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