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- Airedale Terrier Versus Jack Russell Terrier: Introduction
- Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier: Overview
- Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier
- Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Jack Russell Terrier
- Adopting the Airedale Terrier versus Adopting the Jack Russell Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Airedale Terrier versus the Intelligence of the Jack Russell Terrier
- Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Jack Russell Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier
- Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Jack Russell Terriers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Jack Russell Terrier?
- Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Jack Russell Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Jack Russell Terriers?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Jack Russell Terrier?
- Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Jack Russell Terrier?
- Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Jack Russell Terriers?
- Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Jack Russell Terrier
- Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Jack Russell Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Airedale Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Jack Russell Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Airedale Terrier Versus Jack Russell Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier.
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 Jack Russell Terrier
Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Airedale Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Jack Russell Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier are Terrier Dogs. This means both the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Airedale Terrier to the Jack Russell Terrier 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.
| Factor | Airedale Terrier | Jack Russell Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 65 pounds | 13 to 17 pounds |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1360 | $1100 |
| Price Range | $950 – $1800 | $700 – $1250 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 29 | 46 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org
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 Jack Russell Terrier. 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 a Airedale Terrier is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Jack Russell Terrier is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Jack Russell Terrier is a better pet than the Airedale Terrier. So, you should get the Jack Russell Terrier!
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 Jack Russell Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier
The Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Airedale Terrier and the Jack Russell Terrier.
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, Jack Russell Terriers weigh 13 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Jack Russell Terriers are 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Jack Russell Terrier
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 Jack Russell Terrier puppy is $1100. The price of the Jack Russell Terrier typically ranges from $700 – $1250. However, the price of a Jack Russell Terrier can be as low as $200 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 410 Jack Russell Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Airedale Terrier is more expensive than the Jack Russell Terrier.
| Airedale Terrier | Jack Russell Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1360 | $1100 |
| Price Range | $950 to $1800 | $700 to $1250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Airedale Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Airedale Terrier puppies or how many Jack Russell Terrier 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 Jack Russell Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Airedale Terrier puppy or the Jack Russell Terrier 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Airedale Terrier versus Adopting the Jack Russell Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Airedale Terriers and many Jack Russell Terriers are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Airedale Terrier named Aldo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Airedale Terriers like Aldo on pefinder.com.
Also, like Airedale Terriers, Jack Russell Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Cola is a Male Jack Russell Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Jack Russell Terriers like Cola that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Phileo is the name of another Airedale Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Batman, an adorable Male Jack Russell Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Airedale Terriers and Jack Russell Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Airedale Terrier versus the Intelligence of the Jack Russell Terrier
| Airedale Terrier | Jack Russell Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 29 out of 130 dog breeds | 46 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Airedale Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 29 out of 130 dog breeds. The Airedale Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Airedale Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.
The Jack Russell Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 46 out of 130 dog breeds. The Jack Russell Terrier belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Jack Russell Terriers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Airedale Terrier is more intelligent than the Jack Russell Terrier.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
Is the Airedale Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Jack Russell Terrier?
Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Jack Russell Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Jack Russell Terrier
Airedale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Jack Russell Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Airedale Terrier or the Jack Russell Terrier?
Airedale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Jack Russell Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier
Airedale Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Jack Russell Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Jack Russell Terriers?
Airedale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Jack Russell Terriers shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Jack Russell Terrier?
Airedale Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Jack Russell Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Airedale Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Jack Russell Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Jack Russell Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Airedale Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Jack Russell Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Jack Russell Terriers?
Airedale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Jack Russell Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Jack Russell Terriers?
Airedale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Jack Russell Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Jack Russell Terrier?
Airedale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Jack Russell Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Jack Russell Terrier?
Airedale Terriers are very easy to train.
Jack Russell Terriers are very easy to train.
Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Jack Russell Terriers?
Airedale Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Jack Russell Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Jack Russell Terrier
Airedale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Jack Russell Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Jack Russell Terrier?
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.
Jack Russell 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.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Airedale Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Jack Russell 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 Jack Russell Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Jack Russell 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 Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Airedale Terrier and how the Jack Russell Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Airedale Terrier and of the Jack Russell Terrier to other breeds:
Airedale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Airedale Terrier versus Havanese Airedale Terrier versus Bearded Collie Airedale Terrier versus Cesky Terrier Airedale Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff Airedale Terrier versus Valley Bulldog Airedale Terrier versus Scottish Deerhound Airedale Terrier versus Beagle Airedale Terrier versus Golden Retriever Airedale Terrier versus Shihpoo Airedale Terrier versus Bernese Mountain Dog
Jack Russell Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Jack Russell Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher Jack Russell Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound Jack Russell Terrier versus Dogo Argentino Jack Russell Terrier versus Mastiff Jack Russell Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher Jack Russell Terrier versus Alaskan Malamute Jack Russell Terrier versus Norwich Terrier Jack Russell Terrier versus Boxer Jack Russell Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund Jack Russell Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier
Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier. 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 Jack Russell Terrier better suits you and your family.