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Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Otter Dog or Welshie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Airedale Terrier Otterhound Welsh Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Otter Dog Welshie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Otterhound? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) 66-115 pounds (30-52 kg) Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) 90.5 pounds (41 kg) Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) 24-26 inches (60-65 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) 25 inches (62.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier trainability comparison.
Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Otterhound dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier?
Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh 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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Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Outright
Tempered
Boisterous
Amiable
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
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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Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier?
Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier social needs comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Welsh 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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Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Otterhound is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier?
Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh 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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh 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: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Welsh 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 Otterhound or Welsh 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Welsh 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 Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier?
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Joint Problems
Bloat
Epilepsy
Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia
Skin Irritation
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.
Frequent
The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Otterhound and Welsh Terrier 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 Otterhound: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh 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 Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh 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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Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Rough
Waterproof
Wiry
Soft
Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Airedale Terrier, Otterhound and Welsh Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh Terrier? Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or {name3 shedding:
Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Otterhound dogs shed above average.
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Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Otterhound or Welsh 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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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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Hypoallergenic
Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh 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 Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier?

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh 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 Otterhound or Welsh 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.

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 Otterhound vs Welsh Terrier?

Not really

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

Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh 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 Otterhound vs Welsh 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 Otterhound and Welsh Terrier have?
7-9 puppies 4-7 puppies 4-6 puppies

Airedale Terrier vs Otterhound vs Welsh 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 1909 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium 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 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
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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