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 | Breed:Airedale Terrier Breed Group:Terrier Weight:45 lbs Height:23 inches Color:tan with black RATING: Size:3 Grooming Requirements:4 Exercise Requirements:3 Good with other dogs:1 Watch ability:4 Visits:551 |
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Coat:
The coat of the Airedale Terrier is wiry, crisp, hard and straight, lying close to the body. Also, the coat can have slightly wavy hair with a distinctive beard around the muzzle.
Overview:
The Airedale Terrier is protective, brave, and affectionate. Like any other dog, this breed also demands love and attention. The Airedale Terrier should start obedience training at a young age in order to avoid dominance issues and to ensure that the dog will be well mannered.
Charcater:
Although the Airedale Terrier is lively and sweet, this breed is not recommended for the average family. Dominance issues can arise if proper training is not started at and early age. The Airedale Terrier can be somewhat stubborn so firm training is needed.
Temperament:
The Airedale Terrier is very loyal and you will be quite pleased to own this bred. However, there will be difficult times. That's why proper training is necessary. An intelligent breed, the Airedale Terrier should have an experienced owner. This dog loves to chase small animals, but can do exceptionally well with cats and other dogs, given that the dog has had proper socialization.
Care:
The hair of this breed is hard and crisp making it rather hard to groom. Dead hair should be plucked at least twice a year. Depending on the cut of the coat, the Airedale Terrier can shed heavily or not at all. Washing the beard regularly is also a must.
Training:
First and foremost, due to the fact that this dog is very lively, the Airedale Terrier requires an experienced trainer. This breed can be very willful and stubborn at times, but can do very well in sporting events. Moreover, the training should be firm and gentle.
Activity:
Being a very active breed, this dog loves to swim, jog, run, and play, so a large yard is highly recommended. They don't do well in an apartment because they are quite lively and can become anxious and restless if not sufficiently exercised.
Ownership:
Before purchasing the Airedale Terrier you should understand as much about this dog breed as possible. You should begin your research by reading the breed information above.