Breed comparison
Scottish Terrier vs Airedale Terrier
Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Breed | | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 8 to 10 kg | 18 to 23 kg |
| Height | 25 to 28 cm | 56 to 61 cm |
| Lifespan | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Coat | close lying double coat, harsh, dense and wiry outer coat over a short, dense, soft undercoat | hard, dense and wiry, with a shorter, softer undercoat |
| Shedding | ||
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | Not rated | |
| Good with children | Not rated | |
| Suits an apartment | Not rated | Not rated |
What sets them apart
- Airedale Terrier is the bigger dog: adults are typically 18 to 23 kg, against 8 to 10 kg for Scottish Terrier.
Which suits you
- An active owner. Airedale Terrier has more energy to match.
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