Airedale Terrier
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Male:
Average Height: 23-24″
Weight: 55-60 lb
Female:
Average Height: 22-23″
Weight: 50-55 lb
Life Span is 10-13 years
The Airedale is known as the King of Terriers. It is the tallest breed in the terrier category. Terriers were once prized by Yorkshire hunters for hunting water rats to foxes. They were also talented at finding and retrieving birds. Around the mid 1800s they were crossed with Otterhounds to improve their hunting skills around water. This resulted in the Airedale Terrier which was adept at otter hunting. The breed was recognized in 1878 and was eventually crossed with Irish and Bull Terriers in order to breed out remnants of the Otterhound cross. It’s size and talents continued to make this a popular breed for big game hunting. It is sometimes used in police work and is also popular as a family pet.
The Sweet Face of an Airedale Terrier
Temperament
The Airedale is bold and playful and makes for a protective companion. It’s intelligence can make is a stubborn and headstrong dog so a firm and patient hand is needed to raise and train the breed. They are reliable and most are very responsive to their owner’s wishes. They usually get along with smaller dogs but may not respond well when challenged by another dog.
Upkeep and Health
The Airedale Terrier is an active breed that needs a daily workout. A long walk on a leash, a strenuous game to play, or an opportunity to hunt or run in a safe area would be best. It’s best suited for living indoors with it’s family.
It’s wiry coat should be brushed or combed twice a week and shaping should be done every couple of months.
Major health concern: CHD. Minor health concerns include: gastric torsion and hypothyroidism.
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