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Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Lagotti Romagnoli or Aussie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Airedale Terrier Lagotto Romagnolo Australian Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Lagotti Romagnoli
Lagotto
Water Dog of Romagna
Romagna Water Dog
Aussie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Lagotto Romagnolo? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg) 9-14 pounds (4-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) 11.5 pounds (5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$700 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Australian Terrier is easier than average to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Australian Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier trainability comparison.
Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? 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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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Loving
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Spirited
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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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Australian Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier?
Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Australian Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier social needs comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Terrier 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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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed.
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The Australian Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier?
Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Australian Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
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 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 Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.
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 Australian Terrier indoors.

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier 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: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Australian Terrier 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 Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
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.
Lagotto Romagnolo 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.
Australian 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.

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Australian Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier?
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Australian Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Juvenile Cataracts
No data available
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 Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Australian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Lagotto Romagnolo and Australian Terrier 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 Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier?
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 Lagotto Romagnolo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier 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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Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Australian Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Waterproof Rough
Colors
What are the original Airedale Terrier, Lagotto Romagnolo and Australian Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
Gray
Tan
White
Brown
Tan
Red
Blue
Sandy
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Australian Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or {name3 shedding:
Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders.
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Australian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier?

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier 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.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier?
Yes
Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Terrier 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.
Yes
Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Australian Terrier 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.
Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier 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 Lagotto Romagnolo or Australian Terrier? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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 Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier?

Not really

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

Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Terrier 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 Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier 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 Lagotto Romagnolo and Australian Terrier have?
7-9 puppies 4-6 puppies 3-6 puppies

Airedale Terrier vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Australian Terrier 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 2015 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Terrier 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
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