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Name	Blue Heeler	Welsh Terrier	Airedale Terrier
Origins	Australia	Wales	England
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Welshie	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Blue Heeler 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 Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier trainability comparison.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Friendly Spirited	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Welsh Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Airedale Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Heeler 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.	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Skin Irritation	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Welsh Terrier and Airedale Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups 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? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Welsh Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry Soft Waterproof	Wiry Dense Rough
Colors What are the original Blue Heeler, Welsh Terrier and Airedale Terrier color?	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Tan Grizzle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Terrier 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.

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale 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. 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: Blue Heeler or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Terrier 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.
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.

Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale 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. 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 Blue Heeler and Welsh Terrier and Airedale Terrier have?	1-7 puppies	4-6 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Blue Heeler vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier 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 1888 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	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

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