Airedale Terrier vs American Water Spaniel

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

Airedale Terrier vs American Water Spaniel
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
15-18 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
25-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1886 AD
1920 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
None
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Mitral valve disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
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