Airedale Terrier has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Boerboel has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Airedale Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Boerboel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Brave
Playful
Energetic
Balanced
Obedient
Loyal

Confident
Intelligent
Territorial
Dominant
Obedient

Airedale Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Boerboels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Airedale Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Boerboel if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

England

South Africa

otterhounds, various terrier breeds

Mastiff, Rottweiler, Great Dane

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

American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

1800s

1820s

Terrier (AKC:1888 & UKC)

Working (AKC:2015)

An Airedale Terrier can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boerboel can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Airedale Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Boerboels have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Hip Dysplasia

Thyroid
Corneal Opacities
Heart Problems

Ear Infections
Conjunctivitis
Parasites

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear

Airedale Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Boerboels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Airedale Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Boerboel has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Airedale Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boerboels have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Airedale Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Boerboel drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Airedale Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Boerboel dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Airedale Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Boerboel is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Airedale Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Boerboel has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Airedale Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Boerboels can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Airedale Terriers are not cat friendly.

Boerboels are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Airedale Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Boerboels are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Airedale Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Boerboels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Airedale Terrier is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Boerboels are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.