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Name	Poodle	Airedale Terrier	Irish Terrier
Origins	Germany France	England	Ireland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish 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: Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle 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 Irish Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Poodle 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.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Irish 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.

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	The Poodle 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.	Irish 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: Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle 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.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Airedale Terrier and Irish Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish 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.	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 cold weather conditions The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier energy level comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	2 to 3 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.	1 to 1.5 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? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier coat comparison:	Curly	Wiry Dense Rough	Wiry Straight
Colors What are the original Poodle, Airedale Terrier and Irish Terrier color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Grizzle	Red Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Poodle or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Poodle 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.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Yes Poodle 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 Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Poodle or Airedale Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish 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.

Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish 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 Poodle and Airedale Terrier and Irish Terrier have?	2-4 puppies	7-9 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Poodle vs Airedale Terrier vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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	No data available

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