The Airedale Terrier is an intelligent but temperamental dog that was bred in the 18th century in the Great Britain, in the Eyre Valley, where the name of this breed came from. This animal is a mixture of a re-hound, a black-tan and a welsh terrier. At first they used to hunt in burrows, but due to their size the dog did not "fit" too much. This energetic, curious and intelligent dog will become your friend.
Airedale Terrier - breed standard
Airedale terrier is the largest representative of terriers, 56-60 cm at the withers. Optimum weight - up to 20 kg for bitches and 29 kg for males. It refers to strong, hardy and fast dogs. The head is elongated, there are no wrinkles on the muzzle. Jaws are powerful. The woolen cover is thick enough, hard and thick, soft wool is not welcome. With regard to color, the upper part of the body is black or dark gray, the rest of the body has a tawny hue. The dog moves widely, the forelegs are placed parallel to the body. The main lever of movement is strong hind legs. The pronounced disproportion of the body is a big drawback.
Airedale terrier: character
Such a breed of dogs, like the Airedale Terrier, will perfectly fit into the family. However, it is necessary to engage in the education of a pet from the youngest age. Your children should treat your pet with respect, and you will have to watch so that the actions of children do not start to anger and irritate the dog. Terrier - the dominant breed, so the hosts-beginners may have problems with training. The older the Airedale terrier, the more difficult it is for him to take any pets in the house.
This kind of dog is not among the aggressive , they do not provoke fights, but in extreme situations they show themselves as excellent guards and hunters. Such features were cultivated intentionally. Puppies are indefatigable creatures, adults are much calmer, but they need to be walked at least 2 times a day for 20 minutes, Let the animal run out, however, releasing from the leash, you must be sure that the pet listens to your teams. It is advisable that there are no small animals nearby, since the individual can get excited by excitement and hunting "moods".
Airedale terrier is not considered a painful breed, they usually do not show pain, so the owners should be extremely attentive to changes in behavior.
Experts believe that trimming is a forced procedure for these dogs. It is recommended to conduct it twice a year, which will completely renew the hairline. Brush it out at least 2-3 times a week, but only with "loyal" brushes without metal teeth. Pay special attention to caring for the muzzle: comb your beard and be sure to wipe it after eating.