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Name	Airedale Terrier	Havanese	Swedish Vallhund
Origins	England	Cuba	Sweden
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Västgötaspets
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Havanese? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	30 pounds (13 kg)
Height Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	14 inches (35 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$900-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund intelligence:	Smart: The Airedale Terrier 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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund trainability comparison.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? 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.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Energetic Alert Friendly Fearless Watchful
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.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund?	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund social needs comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Swedish Vallhund 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.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund playfulness comparison:	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund?	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed. 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 Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	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 Havanese 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 Swedish Vallhund indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.
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 Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund mouthiness comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund?	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Heart Problems Retinal Dysplasia Skin Allergies Spina Befida
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 Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Havanese and Swedish Vallhund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, 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 Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund coat comparison:	Wiry Dense Rough	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Thick
Colors What are the original Airedale Terrier, Havanese and Swedish Vallhund color?	Black Tan Grizzle	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? Airedale Terrier or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders. 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 Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes 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 Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund?	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? Which dog is more friendly?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very 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 Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Havanese or Swedish Vallhund?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund?	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Swedish Vallhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Swedish Vallhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese or Swedish Vallhund? 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 Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund?	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Swedish Vallhund 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.	Not really 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 Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Havanese and Swedish Vallhund have?	7-9 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-8 puppies
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Airedale Terrier vs Havanese vs Swedish Vallhund 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 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club

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