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Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Riesenschnauzer or Schnauzer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Airedale Terrier Giant Schnauzer Standard Schnauzer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Riesenschnauzer Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
Medium Giant Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1000-$1500 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer intelligence:
Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer trainability comparison.
Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
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 Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer?
Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer social needs comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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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 Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer playfulness comparison:
The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer?
Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.

Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer 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: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
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.
Standard Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer?
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
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 Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Giant Schnauzer and Standard Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer?
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 Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer energy level comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.

Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer 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: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Wiry Wiry
Colors
What are the original Airedale Terrier, Giant Schnauzer and Standard Schnauzer color?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Pepper
Salt
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. Yes See more. Yes See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer?

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low 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 Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer 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.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer?
Yes
Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Standard Schnauzer 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
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Standard Schnauzer 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.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer 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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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Airedale Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer?

Not really

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

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like 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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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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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 Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer 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.
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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 Giant Schnauzer and Standard Schnauzer have?
7-9 puppies 5-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Airedale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs Standard Schnauzer 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 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer 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 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
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

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