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Name	American English Coonhound	Airedale Terrier	Harrier
Origins	United States	England	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Redtick Coonhound English Coonhound	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Harehound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? Which is the smallest dog, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier weight comparison:	40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier height comparison:	21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	19-21 inches (48-50 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	20 inches (49 cm)

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$600-$800	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	Frequent: The American English Coonhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier trainability comparison.	American English Coonhound dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	American English Coonhound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American English Coonhound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Energetic Loyal Strung	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: American English Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Harrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier?	Average to High: American English Coonhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier social needs comparison:	American English Coonhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American English Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Harrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American English Coonhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Harrier 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

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier playfulness comparison:	The American English Coonhound is a playful breed. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier?	Low to Average: The American English Coonhound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	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 American English Coonhound 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 Airedale Terrier indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American English Coonhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	American English Coonhound 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 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.	Harrier 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.

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier?	The American English Coonhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American English Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier lifespan comparison. How long do American English Coonhound, Airedale Terrier and Harrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of American English Coonhound: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American English Coonhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier energy level comparison:	American English Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American English Coonhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	American English Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The American English Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier coat comparison:	Hard	Wiry Dense Rough	Thick Shiny
Colors What are the original American English Coonhound, Airedale Terrier and Harrier color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Tan Red White Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American English Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:	American English Coonhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier?	Medium ⏺ The American English Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American English Coonhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American English Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Harrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? Which dog is more friendly?	American English Coonhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are 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 American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	American English Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	American English Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier?	American English Coonhound dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Harrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier?	Yes American English Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Harrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American English Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American English Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Harriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier 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: American English Coonhound or Airedale Terrier or Harrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier?	Not really American English Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Harrier 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.

American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier 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 American English Coonhound and Airedale Terrier and Harrier have?	4-6 puppies	7-9 puppies	5-7 puppies
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American English Coonhound vs Airedale Terrier vs Harrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. 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	No data available

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