Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever

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

Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Canada
Origin Year
1886 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
None
None
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
None
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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