Airedale Terrier

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John Wayne (Western Movies too many to mention!) as a child, had an Airedale which was the foundation of his nickname…. Duke

Australian & New Zealand Champion Airedale Terrier This picture is of my own dog and is taken by myself, Jane Harvey, and is therefore free to be used by anyone for any purpose.
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About the Airedale Terrier
The Airedale Terrier (often shortened to "Airedale") is a large and versatile terrier dog breed originating from Airedale in Yorkshire, England, in the UK. It is often called the "King of Terriers" because it is the largest of the terrier breeds, 50 to 70 pounds (23-32 kg). The Airedale was bred originally to hunt otters. It was also called a "Waterside Terrier" because of this connection to hunting otters.The Airedale can also be used as a working dog and also as a hunter and retriever. However, it is typically an independent (stubborn), strong-minded dog with a great sense of humour. For those who can laugh along with their Airedale, patience will be rewarded as they have been known to reach great heights in competitive obedience, dog agility, and Schutzhund. The Airedale is also a reliable and protective family pet. The Valley of the Aire in West Riding, Yorkshire, was the birthplace of the Airedale Terrier. In the mid 19th Century, working class Britons created the Airedale Terrier by crossing the old english rough coated Black and Tan Terrier with the Otterhound. The result was an intelligent, hardy dog adept in the water, on land, at work, or with the family; their goal to create an all-purpose dog was fulfilled. In 1886, the Kennel Club of England formally recognized the Airedale Terrier breed. The Airedale was extensively used in World War One to carry messages to soldiers behind enemy lines and occupying the trenches. They were also used extensively by the Red Cross to find wounded soldiers on the battlefield. Their courage and stalwart character in the face of danger was legendary; there are numerous tales of airedales delivering their messages despite terrible injury. Before the adoption of the German Shepherd as the dog of choice for law enforcement and search and rescue work, the Airedale terrier often filled this role. Post-WW1, the Airedales' popularity rapidly increased thanks to stories of their bravery on the battlefield and also because Presidents Theodore Roosevelt, Calvin Coolidge, and Warren Harding owned Airedale Terriers. 1949 marked the peak of the Airedales' popularity, ranked 20th out of 110 breeds by the American Kennel Club. The breed has since slipped to 50th out of 146.

The Airedale is relatively free of inherited diseases except for hip dysplasia in some lines. Airedales, like most Terriers, have a propensity towards dermatitis. Allergies, dietary imbalances, and under/over-productive thyroid glands are main causes for the Airedales' itchy skin. Dogs of this breed usually live for around twelve years, but have been known to last until the age of seventeen.

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Airedale Terrier Websites
We've found the most useful websites regarding Airedale Terrierls. These web pages will bring you breed information, Airedale Terrier Clubs, Breeders and where to learn more about their dog shows.

The Airedale Terrier Club of America, Inc - USA - This website just might be the best authority on the Airedale Terrier. Find the facts on the breed, dog shows, registering your puppy and much, much more.

North American Working Airedale Terrier Association - This is an organization that is dedicated to preserving, protecting and promoting the working dog heritage of the Airedale Terrier breed.

Planet Airedale - Planet Airedale has more than 14,000 unique visitors every month making us THE most popular* Airedale Terrier website in the world. We have more than 200 members in 17 counties and growing steadily.

American Kennel Club - information on breeds, events, breeders, dog owners, clubs, etc

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