Airedale Terrier vs American Cocker Spaniel
Compare Airedale Terrier and American Cocker Spaniel: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Airedale Terrier
VS
American Cocker Spaniel
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Airedale Terrier
American Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
3 – Terriers
8 – Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs
Height
56 – 61 cm
35 – 38 cm
Weight
18 – 29 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 16 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Airedale Terrier
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Easy to Train
Medium
American Cocker Spaniel
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Quiet
Easy to Train
Small
Summary
About Airedale Terrier
The Airedale Terrier is the largest terrier, an athletic, wiry‑coated dog that sheds little but needs regular grooming. Bright, independent and energetic, it needs varied training and 1.5–2 hours of daily exercise. Loyal, playful and watchful, it makes a versatile family and working companion.
About American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel: a small, sturdy gundog with a silky coat and large, expressive eyes. Cheerful, affectionate, and people‑oriented, it suits active families. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, gentle positive training, and regular, thorough grooming and ear care.
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