Airedale Terrier

England

otterhounds, various terrier breeds

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1800s

Terrier (AKC:1888 & UKC)

Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Cream

The coat of an Airedale Terrier dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Wiry

10-13 puppies per pregnancy

An Airedale Terrier can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Airedale Terriers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Airedale Terrier is a breed of dog that is known to have a higher frequency of health issues compared to other breeds. These issues can range from minor to serious, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian are essential in order to identify and address any potential problems as early as possible.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Thyroid
Corneal Opacities
Heart Problems

Eye
Hip X-Rays
Heart

Airedale Terriers are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Airedale Terrier have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Airedale Terrier dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Airedale Terriers are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Airedale Terrier is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

Airedale Terriers tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

These dogs are known for being extremely protective and make excellent guard dogs. They possess a strong instinct to defend their territory and owners and have a high level of vigilance and alertness.

Jog, Walk, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Play, Run

Medium

Airedale Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

7 miles / week

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Airedale Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

60 minutes

In general most Airedale Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Airedale Terrier is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Weekly

Airedale Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

3 cups

For an average 44-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Airedale Terrier feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

$2.80 - $3.20 / day

The average cost of an Airedale Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

$84 - $95 / month

The average per month expenses of an Airedale Terrier is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Airedale Terrier breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

Airedale Terrier dogs have average emotions and are adaptable to different situations, not requiring extra care like sensitive breeds do.

Airedale Terriers are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Airedale Terriers are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Airedale Terriers are not cat friendly dogs.

Airedale Terriers are not dog friendly dogs.

Airedale Terriers are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Airedale Terriers are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Airedale Terriers will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

Airedale Terriers are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Airedale Terrier for a mellower experience.

The Airedale Terrier is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.