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Name	Wire Fox Terrier	Welsh Terrier	Airedale Terrier
Origins	England	Wales	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	99	109	55
Reviews	1	1	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier	Welshie	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 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?	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 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, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 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)

Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry	Wiry Soft Waterproof	Wiry Dense Rough
Colors What are the original Wire Fox Terrier, Welsh Terrier and Airedale Terrier color?	White White & Black White & Tan White & Black & Tan White & Tan & Black	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Tan Grizzle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort. 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 Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Quick Bold Fearless Keen	Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Friendly Spirited	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier trainability comparison.	Wire Fox Terrier 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
Playfulness Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier social needs comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed. 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
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average 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 Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.	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
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the 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?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.	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
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	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: Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	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.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very 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 Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not 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 Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Wire Fox Terrier 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Yes Wire Fox Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier 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?	Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Health Comparison

Health Issues Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Eye Problems Epilepsy Deafness Arthritis	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?	Average The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Wire Fox Terrier, Welsh Terrier and Airedale Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 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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Hypoallergenic Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier energy level comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Wire Fox Terrier 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	Wire Fox Terrier 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
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Wire Fox Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Airedale Terrier?	1 to 2 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? Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. 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
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Wire Fox Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Wire Fox Terrier 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: Wire Fox Terrier 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier?	Not really Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Wire Fox Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier and Welsh Terrier and Airedale Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Airedale Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	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?	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 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. 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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Sep 28, 2020, 6:22:34 PM:
Too low ratings on Airedale as cart and sniffer dog. They have amazing noses for Blood search and hunting, and a strong body for pulling. Unfortunately it is less working dog and more family dog since we don’t give it the chance to show its potensial.