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Name	Airedale Terrier	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	England	Ireland	Portugal
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	55	49	54
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog breeds.	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Wheatie	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is easiest to train?	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most alert?	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most protective?	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare temperaments.	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Spirited Faithful	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most playful?	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most flexible?	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which handles climate changes best?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has fewer health issues?	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Allergies Cancer Addison's Disease Renal Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most active?	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. What colors are available?	Black Tan Grizzle	Wheaten	Black White Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which drools least?	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry Dense Rough	Curly	Curly
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best with kids?	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most military use?	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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most puppies?	7-9 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. What's recommended?	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.

Airedale Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Airedale Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most recognition?	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 Irish Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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