Airedale Terrier
Terrier Group
Height at Shoulders
~23 in
Weight
50-70 lbs
Life Expectancy
11-14 yrs
History
The Airedale Terrier originated in the Aire Valley in northern England in the mid 1800's. They were bred at the height of the Industrial Revolution by mill workers to hunt ducks and rats. Since then, the Airedale Terrier has worked many jobs, such as with the British Armed Forces during WWI as messengers, sentries, and guard dogs; versatile hunters (waterfowl, upland game birds, and mammals); and as police dogs.
Breed Characteristics
While not all Airedale Terriers share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Energy Level
Sensitivity
Noise Level
Prey Drive
Shedding
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Intelligence
★★★★★
Affection Towards Family
★★★★☆
Friendliness Towards Strangers
★★★☆☆
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
★★★★☆
Exercise Needs
★★★☆☆
Energy Level
★★★★★
Sensitivity
★★★☆☆
Noise Level
★★★★☆
Prey Drive
★★★★★
Shedding
★★☆☆☆
Common Traits
Comical, playful, and often mischievous
Typical terriers that love to dig, chase animals, chew, and bark
Don't respond well to harsh training or scolding and have been known to hold grudges
Known to make collections of human artifacts, such as socks and toys
While loving and affectionate, are very independent and can be aloof at times
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