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Name	Airedale Terrier	Field Spaniel	Hovawart
Origins	England	England	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Field	Hovie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Medium	Medium	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart intelligence:	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart trainability comparison.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? 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. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Sensitive Docile Sociable Adaptable Familiar Cautious	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart?	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart social needs comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Hovawart 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart playfulness comparison:	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart?	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	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 Field Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart 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.	Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Hovawart 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 Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	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.	Field Spaniel 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.	Hovawart 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 Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart mouthiness comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart?	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Autoimmune Hypothyroidism	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid
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.	Average The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Field Spaniel and Hovawart breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart energy level comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart coat comparison:	Wiry Dense Rough	Dense Silky Waterproof	Silky
Colors What are the original Airedale Terrier, Field Spaniel and Hovawart color?	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Blue Golden Liver Roan	Black Blonde Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart?	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart 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. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart 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.	Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Which dog is more friendly?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart?	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Field Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hovawart 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 Field Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hovawart 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.	Field Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Airedale Terrier or Field Spaniel or Hovawart? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Field Spaniel vs Hovawart?	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Field Spaniel vs Hovawart Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Airedale Terrier and Field Spaniel and Hovawart have?	7-9 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Airedale Terrier vs Field Spaniel vs Hovawart 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 1894 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry 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 Foundation Stock Service

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