Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Berger Briard or German Groenendael? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Airedale Terrier and Briard. Which is better: Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael?
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| Name | Airedale Terrier | Briard | German Groenendael |
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| Origins |  England |  France |  Germany  Belgium |
| Group | Hunting Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Designer Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 55 | 127 | 1413 |
| Reviews | 5 | 2 | 0 |
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| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael breeds. |
Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier |
Berger Briard Berger De Brie | No data available |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Large |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) | Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) | Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael height comparison: | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) | Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm) | Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm) | Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $1000-$1200 | $800-$2000 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? | Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The German Groenendael is quite easy to get. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. | Outstanding: German Groenendael is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which is easiest to train? | Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. | Briard dogs are easy to train. | German Groenendael dogs are easy to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed is most alert? | Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. | Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | German Groenendael dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed is most protective? | Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | German Groenendael dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced |
Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful |
Active Curious Stubborn Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Obedient Loyal Hard Working Watchful |
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| 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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: German Groenendael dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael? | Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: German Groenendael dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael social needs comparison: | Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. | Briard dogs are a social breed. | German Groenendael dogs are a social breed. |
| 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. | Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | German Groenendael dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
| 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. | Briard dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | German Groenendael dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. | Average: The Briard barks occasionally. | Average to High: The German Groenendael is a vocal breed. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed is most playful? | The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. | Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The German Groenendael is a playful breed. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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. | It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home. | 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 German Groenendael indoors. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed is most flexible? | Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | German Groenendael dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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| Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? | 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. | Briard 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. | German Groenendael 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. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The German Groenendael has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which uses mouth most during play? | Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | German Groenendael dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Groenendael bite force: Ordinary. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed lives longest? |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of German Groenendael: 13 years |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
| Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which has fewer health issues? | Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | German Groenendaels are commonly healthy dogs. |
| 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 Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The German Groenendael should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease | No data available |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Hyperthyroidism Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which breed is most active? | Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs. | Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | German Groenendael dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Briard dogs need a lot of exercises. | German Groenendael dogs need a lot of exercises. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? | Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep. | Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | German Groenendael dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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. | Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The German Groenendael has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which needs most food? | 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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| Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Grizzle |
Black Gray Tawny |
Black Tan Red Cream Silver Fawn Brindle |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The German Groenendael requires average grooming effort. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which drools least? | The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The German Groenendael is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The German Groenendael has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Wiry Dense Rough | Fine |
Soft Fuzzy Thick |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? Airedale Terrier or Briard or {name3 shedding: | Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. | Briard dogs shed moderately. | German Groenendael dogs shed above average. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which is best with kids? | Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | German Groenendael dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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| 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. | Briard dogs are generally with other pets. | German Groenendael dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? Which dog is more friendly? | Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | German Groenendael dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? | Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats. | German Groenendael dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Briard or German Groenendael? | Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | German Groenendael dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael? |
Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes German Groenendael 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 Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No German Groenendael 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. | Briards are usually recommended for elderly people. | German Groenendaels are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
| Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
| Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really German Groenendael breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
| Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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 Briard vs German Groenendael Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. Which has most puppies? | 7-9 puppies | 8-10 puppies | 6-10 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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, Briard, and German Groenendael. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Airedale Terrier vs Briard vs German Groenendael Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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| FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
| Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Airedale Terrier, Briard, and German Groenendael. 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 | No data available | No data available |
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