Airedale Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier

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

Airedale Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
26-30 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
99-132 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Russia
Origin Year
1886 AD
1940 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
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
Black Russian Terrier
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
None
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Elbow dysplasia
Bladder stones
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Black
Black
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