Airedale Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier

Compare the Airedale Terrier to the American Pit Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Airedale Terriers and American Pit Bull Terriers.

Airedale Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1886 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Blue, White, and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Tan
Fawn
Fawn and White
Light Fawn
White
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