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- Airedale Terrier Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
- Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo: Overview
- Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo
- The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo
- Lifespan of Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo
- Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Bich Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo
- Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Bich Poos?
- Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo?
- Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
- Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
- Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Bich Poo
- Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo?
- Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
- How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Bich Poos?
- Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Airedale Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Airedale Terrier Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Airedale Terrier and for the Bich Poo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo.
Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo: Overview
A very important difference between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Airedale Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Bich Poo is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Airedale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
On the other hand, the Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Airedale Terrier to the Bich Poo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo
| Factor | Airedale Terrier | Bich Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 15 inches |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 65 pounds | 6 to 17 pounds |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1360 | $2230 |
| Price Range | $950 – $1800 | $1600 – $2600 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Airedale Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Bich Poo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Airedale Terrier is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bich Poo is 88 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the Airedale Terrier. So, you should get the Bich Poo!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo
Below is a list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo
The Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo.
Airedale Terriers weigh 40 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Airedale Terriers are 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo
The lifespan of Airedale Terriers is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Airedale Terriers is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of Bich Poos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bich Poos is 13.5 years.
Bich Poos live longer than Airedale Terriers.
Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Bich Poo
The average price of the Airedale Terrier puppy is $1360. The price of the Airedale Terrier typically ranges from $950 – $1800. However, the price of a Airedale Terrier can be as low as $250 and as high as $3135. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 282 Airedale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Bich Poo puppy is $2230. The price of the Bich Poo typically ranges from $1600 – $2600. However, the price of the Bich Poo can be as low as $1000 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 247 Bich Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Bich Poo is more expensive than the Airedale Terrier.
| Airedale Terrier | Bich Poo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1360 | $2230 |
| Price Range | $950 to $1800 | $1600 to $2600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Airedale Terrier and Bich Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Airedale Terrier puppies or how many Bich Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Airedale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Bich Poos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Airedale Terrier puppy or the Bich Poo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo
Airedale Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.
Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Bich Poos?
Airedale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Bich Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo
Airedale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo?
Airedale Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
Airedale Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Bich Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
Airedale Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Bich Poos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Airedale Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Bich Poo
Airedale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Airedale Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo?
Airedale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
Airedale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Bich Poos?
Airedale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
Airedale Terriers are very easy to train.
Bich Poos are very easy to train.
Is the Airedale Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Bich Poo?
Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Airedale Terrier or the Bich Poo?
Airedale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Airedale Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Airedale Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Airedale Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bich Poo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bich Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Airedale Terrier and how the Bich Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Airedale Terrier and of the Bich Poo to other breeds:
Airedale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Bich Poo versus Collie Bich Poo versus Dogo Argentino Bich Poo versus Carolina Dog Bich Poo versus Pyrenean Mastiff Bich Poo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Bich Poo versus Sloughi Bich Poo versus Leonberger Bich Poo versus Bordoodle Bich Poo versus Welsh Terrier Bich Poo versus Standard Schnauzer Bich Poo versus Mudi Bich Poo versus Dutch Shepherd Bich Poo versus Cairn Terrier Bich Poo versus Papillon Bich Poo versus Papipoo Bich Poo versus Valley Bulldog Bich Poo versus Boston Terrier Bich Poo versus King Shepherd Bich Poo versus Chihuahua Bich Poo versus Labrador Retriever Bich Poo versus Standard Poodle Bich Poo versus Giant Schnauzer Bich Poo versus Irish Wolfhound Bich Poo versus Cane Corso Bich Poo versus American Pit Bull Terrier
Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Bich Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Airedale Terrier and the Bich Poo better suits you and your family.