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Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Bingley Terrier or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Terrier Airedale Terrier Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Borders Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Small Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $600-$800 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Very house-friendly dog the Border 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.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Border 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
The Border Terrier 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.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Terrier 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.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Border Terrier, Airedale Terrier and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
1 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. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Rough Wiry
Dense
Rough
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Border Terrier, Airedale Terrier and Labrador Retriever color?
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever 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, Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Border 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.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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.

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever 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 Border Terrier and Airedale Terrier and Labrador Retriever have?
2-8 puppies 7-9 puppies 5-10 puppies

Border Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever 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 1917 as a Sporting 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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