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Adopt an Airedale Terrier
Picture: Kent and Donna Dannen
Family:
terrier
Area of origin:
England
Original function:
badger and otter hunting
Average size of male:
Ht: 23, Wt: 45
Average size of female:
Ht: <23, Wt: 45
Other names:
Waterside terrier, Bingley terrier
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Cold tolerance
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Heat tolerance
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Airedale Terrier Dog Temperament
Among the most versatile of terriers, the Airedale is bold, playful and adventurous; he is a lively yet protective companion. He is intelligent, but often stubborn and headstrong. Some can be domineering, but most are biddable, reliable and responsive to their family's wishes. He makes a good house dog as long as he gets daily mental and physical exercise. He likes to be the head dog and may not do well when another dog challenges that position, although they usually get along well with other dogs.
Airedale Terrier Dog Care
This is an active breed that needs a chance to get vigorous exercise every day. His needs can be met with a long walk, a strenuous game or a chance to hunt and romp in a safe area. His wire coat needs combing twice weekly, plus scissoring and shaping every one to two months.
Airedale Terrier Dog Health
Major concerns: CHD
Minor concerns: gastric torsion
Occasionally seen: colonic disease
Suggested tests: hip
Life span: 10-13 years
Dogs Related to the Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Australian Terrier
Bedlington Terrier
Border Terrier
Bull Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Irish Terrier
Shelters with Airedale Terrier Dogs
Some animal welfare organizations with Airedale Terriers ready for adoption:
