Airedale Terrier vs Parson Russell Terrier

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

Airedale Terrier vs Parson Russell Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Maybe
Lifespan
10-13 Years
13-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
13-14 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1886 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Unspecified
Family Friendly
Above Average
Unspecified
Child Friendly
Above Average
Unspecified
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Unspecified
Stranger Friendly
Average
Unspecified
Personality
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Unspecified
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
None
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
None
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Double
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
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