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Airedale Terrier
Medium Breed
The Airedale Terrier has been referred to as 'the perfect machine with a brain', known as the dog who can do it all. An intelligent and conscientious player, this breed is highly adaptable in new environments.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Males 22.5-27kg / 50-60lbs;
Females 20.5-25kg / 45-55lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 58-61cm / 23-24in;
Females 56-59cm / 22-23in (standards may vary)
Coat
Wiry coat
Markings
Body and the top of the neck is black or grizzle, all other parts are tan. Black or dark grizzle markings; a white star on the chest is permitted, as are a few white hairs between the forelegs.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
Lively and playful, yet sensitive and responsive, the Airedale Terrier is devoted to his owner and the protection of his family, making him a loveable, faithful companion.
Temperament
The Airedale Terrier is fun-loving and playful when a puppy, maturing with a certain dignified aloofness with strangers. He is outgoing and confident, friendly, courageous and highly intelligent. Alert at all times, fearless but not aggressive, a devoted protector of his family.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Airedale Terriers are magnificent large breed dogs, versatile, extremely intelligent and lovingly devoted to their owners.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and companion
- Excels as a guardian and watchdog
- Acclimates well to most climates
- Highly adaptable in new environments
- A very light shedder
- Extensive grooming needed
- Professional trimming or stripping is required
- Not a dog recommended for novice owners
- Vigorous daily exercise needed
- Prone to eye problems, hip dysphasia and skin infections