| Airedale Terrier | Poodle (Standard) | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifespan | 10-13 years | 12-15 years |
| Size | Large | Large |
| Weight | 40-65 lb | 40-70 lb |
| Energy | High | High |
| Grooming | Moderate | High |
| Shedding | Low | Low |
| With kids | Good with kids | Good with kids |
As the largest terrier breed, the Airedale keeps a full terrier prey drive and stubborn streak in a 50-plus-pound body, and breed mortality surveys put cancer as the cause of roughly 4 in 10 Airedale deaths — noticeably higher than most breeds.
'Low-shedding' gets marketed as 'low-maintenance' but the two aren't the same thing — a Poodle's coat mats quickly and needs professional clipping roughly every 4-6 weeks for the dog's entire life, an ongoing cost that never stops.
Airedale Terrier ·
Poodle (Standard)
Health problems, origin and what living with each is actually like.