Airedale Terrier Dog Breed Information: Profile, History, Care & Review

The Airedale terrier is a neat, upstanding, long-legged terrier, not exaggerated in any way. This breed has strong bone and combines strength and agility. The Airedale has strong jaws and a free gait. The coat is hard, dense, and wiry; it lies straight and close, with some hair crinkling or waving.

The dog breed originated within the Aire Valley of Yorkshire and was created to catch otters and rats within the region between the Aire and Wharfe Rivers. An able sporting dog, he became an ideal working dog also, proving his worth during world war I. Intelligent, outgoing, and confident, the Airedale possesses a wonderful playful streak that delights his owners.

Airedale Terrier Dog Information:

Breed Name	Airedale Terrier
Other Names	Waterside Terrier, Bingley Terrier, Irish Red Terrier
Breed Group	Terrier (AKC:1888 & UKC)
Type	Terrier (AKC:1888 & UKC)
Size	Medium
Weight	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg) Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)
Height	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)
Area of Origin	United Kingdom
Life Range	10-13 years
Colors	Black & Tan Grizzle & Tan
Level of Energy	Very energetic
Bark Tendency	Moderate
Exercise	Daily
Overall Grooming	High Maintenance

Airedale Terrier Dog History:

The Airedale terrier (also referred to as the ‘Waterside Terrier’, ‘Bingley Terrier’, or slightly less modestly the ‘King of Terriers’, for its height) comes from the Airedale valley in West Yorkshire, England. it had been bred by crossing the Otterhound with the Black and Tan Terrier for increased ability in Water Rat hunting competitions on the Aire River. The result was a breed with great scenting and Otter hunting skills which could pursue and retrieve game from its den. it had been later crossed with Irish Terrier and Bull Terrier.

The Airedale terrier was first brought to North America within the 1880s. Champion Master Briar, born in 1897, is considered to be the patriarch of the breed. Airedale Terriers became renowned as messengers and search animals in world war I. President Roosevelt is quoted as saying ‘An Airedale can do anything any other dog can do then lick the other dog if he has got to .’ John Wayne’s nickname, ‘The Duke’, was the name of his childhood Airedale terrier, who accompanied him everywhere he went.

Airedale Terrier Dog Photos:

Airedales are generally healthy dogs, and responsible breeders will test for health concerns like hip dysplasia, a malformation of the hip joint. An Airedale’s ears should be checked regularly to get rid of foreign matter and avoid a buildup of wax, and his teeth should be brushed regularly.

• Major concerns: CHD
• Minor concerns: gastric torsion, hypothyroidism
• Occasionally seen: colonic disease
• Suggested tests: hip, thyroid

Nutrition For Airedale Terrier Dog:

The Airedale terrier should have the best on high-quality pet food, whether commercially manufactured or home-prepared together with your veterinarian’s supervision and approval. Any diet should be appropriate to the dog’s age (puppy, adult, or senior). Some dogs are susceptible to getting overweight, so watch your dog’s calorie consumption and weight level. Treats are often a crucial aid in training, but giving too many can cause obesity. learn about which human foods are safe for dogs, and which aren’t. ask your vet if you’ve got any concerns about your dog’s weight or diet. Clean, water should be available in the least times.

How to Take Care of Airedale Terrier Dog:

The Airedale terrier features a hard, wiry coat which is a protective barrier to enable the dog to do the work that he was bred. Regular stripping strengthens the quality and texture of the coat, which, in turn, further improves the utilitarian purpose of the dog. Whether your Airedale is hand-stripped and on a proper coat rotation or during a pet trim wielding the artful use of clippers and scissors, all terriers benefit from regular grooming instead of allowing them to regress to a state of scraggly disarray.

Airedale Terrier Grooming, Bathing & Coat:

If the Airedale is hand-stripped, it’s done before the furnishings are bathed then touched up afterward. The outer layer of the coat is hand-stripped, while the undercoat is systematically raked to reach optimal results. If you’re artfully clipping the Airedale, brush and comb the coat to get rid of dead coat and stimulate surface circulation to encourage new, fresh coat growth. Frequent brushing and rubbing the jacket down with a towel to get rid of dirt and excessive oils makes regular bathing unnecessary.

When it’s time to do a full bath on the Airedale, wash the jacket gently within the direction the hair grows, and rinse the same way. Pina towel around the jacket to assist it to lay flat and allow it to air dry. Despite the fact that the jacket doesn’t need regular washing, it doesn’t mean that routine maintenance is often overlooked. Weekly brushing for 20-30 minutes and a rubdown with a towel each week is important. The leg furnishings and facial furnishings should be bathed monthly depending on the Airedale’s lifestyle.

Airedale Terrier Dog Exercise:

Terriers are generally known for his or her high energy levels. as long as the Airedale is the largest of all terriers, that energy must be channeled into safe outlets. Fortunately, Airedales like to play with other family members. A daily play session of moderate length, additionally to walks (or backyard time) several times each day, should be enough to satisfy the Airedale’s exercise requirements. Airedales play well with children, but interactions with toddlers and smaller children should be closely supervised. Airedales are rangy but strong; that strength, combined with a boisterous personality, can cause mishaps.

Airedale Terrier Dog Personality:

The blending of hound and terrier has softened the personality of the Airedale a bit. These are still tough dogs but usually, get along better with other dogs than many of the terrier breeds. Airedales are tolerant of other pets they’re raised with and usually get along well with children, though they will be a bit rambunctious for small children.

Airedales are somewhat aloof to strangers initially and need early socialization and training. Airedales are very intelligent dogs but have a bit of stubbornness or independence. They require a firm, but a gentle hand from early puppyhood. Most Airedales aren’t big barkers, but true to their terrier heritage they will be serious diggers and chewers. Airedales need human interaction to be happy.