Airedale Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier

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

Airedale Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
8-9 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
4-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1886 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
11 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
None
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
None
None
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
None
None
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
None
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Black and Gold
Black and Gold
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Gold
Blue and Gold
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
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