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Also Called: Waterside Terrier, Bingley Terrier |
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Height: The Airedale Terrier's height is about 23 inches measured at the shoulder. |
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| Weight: The Airedale Terrier's weight ranges from 44-50 lbs. | |||
| Colors: The Airedale Terrier's head and ears should be tan, ears being darker in color. Dark markings on either side of the skull are permissible. The legs up to the thighs and elbows and the under-part of the body and chest are also tan and the tan frequently runs into the shoulder. The sides and upper parts of the dog's body should be black or dark grizzle. A red mixture is often found in the black and is not to be considered objectionable. A small white blaze on the dog's chest is a characteristic of certain strains of the breed. | |||
| General Appearance: The Airedale Terrier is the largest of all Terriers breeds. It was bred as a hunting and working dog and has a harsh, tight coat to protect it from the weather. The Airedale Terrier's docked tail is moderately long and erect. | |||
| Temperament: The Airedale Terrier is a good natured and fun-loving dog breed. They have an excellent reputation with children, but should always be supervised during play. Airedale Terriers are above all fearless, and majestic in appearance. The dog is courageous but not quarrelsome. The Airedale Terrier's proud character shows in the carriage of it's ears and tail. This dog breed has quick movement and is always ready for action. They are a good watch-dog and family dog. The Airedale Terrier gets along well with other dogs. | |||
| Care: The Airedale Terrier's dense and wiry coat requires a great deal of grooming and may need professional help to maintain. Brush the dog's coat with a stiff bristle brush to remove dead hair three times a week. The Airedale Terrier needs minimal trimming. Bathe the dog only when necessary. The dog's coat should be hand-stripped twice a year. | |||
| Training: The Airedale Terrier is considered the King of Terriers. It is now used for multiple purposes, from police work to the family pet. The dog breed is intelligent and easily trained. | |||
| Activity: The Airedale Terrier needs daily exercise and has a high activity level. | |||
| Life Span: The Airedale Terrier dog lives about 12-14 years. | |||
| Litter Size: The Airedale Terrier dog averages about 5-12 puppies per litter. | |||
| Country of Origin: The Airedale Terrier dog breed originated in England. | |||
| Brief History: The Airedale Terrier is the largest of all the Terrier breeds. Its origins date back to the mid-1800s where it is believed to have developed as a result of the cross of the Otterhound and the now-extinct Black & Tan Terrier. The Airedale Terrier was developed in the valley of the River Aire in south Yorkshire, England. These early crosses were called Working, Waterside or Bingley Terriers. The dogs were used for hunting fox, badger, weasel, otter and river rats, plus other small game. The patriarch of the breed is considered to be Ch. Master Briar (1897-1906). Two of his sons, Crompton Marvel and Monarch, also made important contributions to the breed. | |||
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 3), KC,(GB), UKC | |||
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