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Name	German Shepherd	Airedale Terrier	Poodle
Origins	Germany	England	Germany France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	55	7
Reviews	19	5	14
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$600-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Shepherd 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.	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: German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle?	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 German Shepherd 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Airedale Terrier and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle energy level comparison:	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle?	3 to 4 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.	2 to 3 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? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Wiry Dense Rough	Curly
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Airedale Terrier and Poodle color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle 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, German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Shepherd 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Good With Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shepherd or Airedale Terrier or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle?	Not really German Shepherd 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.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle 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 German Shepherd and Airedale Terrier and Poodle have?	6-10 puppies	7-9 puppies	2-4 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Airedale Terrier vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	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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