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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Blue Terrier or Bingley Terrier or Malinois? Find the right dog for you

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Name Kerry Blue Terrier Airedale Terrier Belgian Malinois
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
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Irish Blue Terrier
Kerry
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Malinois
Breed Type
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Purebred Purebred Purebred

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:
33-40 pounds (15-18 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
36.5 pounds (16.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $600-$800 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:
Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Kerry Blue 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Belgian Malinois dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue 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 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Kerry Blue 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.
Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Kerry Blue 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.
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.
Belgian Malinois 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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
The Kerry Blue 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 Belgian Malinois 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: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Kerry Blue 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 Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Kerry Blue Terrier, Airedale Terrier and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Kerry Blue 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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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois energy level comparison:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Kerry Blue 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.
Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
1 to 2 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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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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Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:
Curly Wiry
Dense
Rough
Weather-resistant
Straight
Colors
What are the original Kerry Blue Terrier, Airedale Terrier and Belgian Malinois color?
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois 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, Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Kerry Blue 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 Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Kerry Blue 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.
Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Yes
Kerry Blue 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
Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois 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: Kerry Blue Terrier or Airedale Terrier or Belgian Malinois? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?

Not really

Kerry Blue 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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Not really

Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like 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

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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and Airedale Terrier and Belgian Malinois have?
4-8 puppies 7-9 puppies 6-10 puppies

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Airedale Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding 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. Not recognized by FCI.
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.
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

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