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Description: The Airedale Terrier is the largest
terrier, with the dog measuring 22 to 24 inches
at the withers and weighing 55 to 70 pounds. The
bitch is somewhat smaller, being 22 to 23 inches
at the shoulder and having a weight of 40 to 45
pounds. The Airedale Terrier has a square stand,
with a long head and the tail is usually docked.
The Airedale has a double coat, with a hard guard
coat over a fine, dense undercoat. The coat can
be either tan and black or tan and grizzle. This
dog has a life span of 10 to 12 years. The
Airedale Terrier is also called the King of
Terriers or simply Airedale.

History: The Airedale Terrier originated in the
Airedale Valley in Yorkshire, England. This was
first a dog of the working class and was created
by breeding smaller terriers, like the Welsh
Terrier, with the Otterhound to increase the size
of the dog. This larger dog was good at hunting
larger game and was used also to provide
protection to homes and farms. This breed
performed heroically during WWI in delivering
messages and also in locating wounded soldiers so
they could be evacuated to hospitals.

Temperament: The temperament of the Airedale
Terrier is that of a good-natured dog that enjoys
being near its human family. This is a loyal and
playful dog that can sometimes be difficult to
train because of its tendency to clown around.
Although the Airedale loves children, it can be a
little too rowdy for small ones. Early
socialization is necessary if there are other
household pets, and this dog's prey drive may
never be eradicated around such animals as guinea
pigs and hamsters.

Health Issues: The Airedale Terrier can be
subject to hip dysplasia. Another serious concern
is bloat, which occurs when the stomach twists
and seals itself off. As nothing can move through
the system, the dog will perish unless given
veterinary attention immediately. Keeping the dog
quiet after eating, and serving several small
meals will sometimes help. The skin of this dog
can be subject to irritation and infections. The
Airedale Terrier can also suffer from eye
problems such as cataracts and progressive
retinal atrophy.

Grooming: The coat of the Airedale Terrier should
be brushed once a week. However, the dense
undercoat should be stripped twice a year. This
can be done by hand at home or by a professional
groomer. It is sometimes necessary to cut away
superfluous hair from between the toes. If the
dog has been running outside, it should be
checked for ticks or plant matter that may have
become embedded in the fur. Wash the muzzle after
the dog has eaten.

Living Conditions: The Airedale Terrier is a dog
that needs to be close to its human family, it
has been developed as a dog that would interact
with people, and it is not suitable for kennel
life. As this dog is fairly large and needs
exercise, it is not a good dog for living in an
apartment. The Airedale Terrier is best in a
house with a yard. It should be given a fairly
long walk every day and get some of its exercise
demands met by play with the family.

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