Which is Better Between the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese?

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Airedale Terrier Versus Bolognese: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese? 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 Bolognese 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 Bolognese.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese 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 Bolognese. 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 Bolognese.

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 Bolognese.

Airedale Terrier versus Bolognese: Overview

A very important difference between the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Airedale Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Bolognese is a tiny-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 Bolognese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Airedale Terrier versus Bolognese: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Airedale Terrier to the Bolognese 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 Bolognese

Factor Airedale Terrier Bolognese
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
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 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Weight 40 to 65 pounds 8 to 14 pounds
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1400 $2030
Price Range $1000 – $1800 $1888 – $2162
Temperament Score 78.2 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Bolognese. 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 Bolognese is 85 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bolognese is a better pet than the Airedale Terrier. So, you should get the Bolognese!

    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 Bolognese 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 Bolognese

    Below is a list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are most different:

    • Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Bologneses adapt well to apartment living.
    • Airedale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Bologneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese

    The Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are most similar:

    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are very easy to train.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    Size Comparison of Airedale Terrier versus Bolognese

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese.

    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, Bologneses weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Bologneses are 9 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Airedale Terrier versus Bolognese

    The lifespan of Airedale Terriers is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Airedale Terriers is 11.5 years.

    The lifespan of Bologneses is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Bologneses is 13.0 years.

    Bologneses live longer than Airedale Terriers.

    Temperament of the Airedale Terrier Versus the Bolognese

    The Bolognese has a better temperament than the Airedale Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Bolognese is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Airedale Terrier is 78.2 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 78.2 percent, the Airedale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Bolognese has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Airedale Terrier and the Bolognese by measuring the temperaments of 110 Airedale Terriers and 1 Bologneses.

    Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Bolognese

    The average price of the Airedale Terrier puppy is $1400. The price of the Airedale Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 208 Airedale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Bolognese puppy is $2030. The price of the Bolognese typically ranges from $1888 – $2162. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 2 Bolognese puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bolognese is more expensive than the Airedale Terrier.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Airedale Terrier and Bolognese. For different price points, the charts show how many Airedale Terrier puppies or how many Bolognese 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 Airedale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bologneses

    A breakdown of the prices of Bologneses

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Airedale Terrier puppy or the Bolognese 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 Bolognese

    Airedale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Bologneses do not like to be left alone.

    Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Bologneses?

    Airedale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Bologneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Bolognese

    Airedale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Bologneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Bolognese?

    Airedale Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Bologneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bolognese?

    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.

    Bologneses 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.

    Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Bologneses?

    Airedale Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Bologneses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bologneses Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Airedale Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Bologneses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Bolognese

    Airedale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Bologneses 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 Bologneses Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Airedale Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Bologneses can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Bolognese?

    Airedale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Bologneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Bologneses?

    Airedale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Bologneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Bologneses?

    Airedale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Bologneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Bolognese?

    Airedale Terriers are very easy to train.

    Bologneses are very easy to train.

    Is the Airedale Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Bolognese?

    Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Bologneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Airedale Terrier or the Bolognese?

    Airedale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Bologneses are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Bolognese. 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 Bolognese better suits you and your family.