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Airedale Terrier

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Key Takeaways

  • Medium breed belonging to the Hunting Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Low-maintenance coat with minimal shedding; suitable for allergy sufferers.

Quick Facts

Group

Hunting Dogs

Size

Medium

Life Span

9-13 years

Popularity

#55

Puppy Price

$600-$800

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Minimal

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

Bingley TerrierIrish Red TerrierWaterside Terrier
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⚖️Airedale Terrier Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Hypoallergenic breed, ideal for allergy sufferers

  • Shedding Level:Low shedding, manageable grooming needs

  • Training Difficulty:Exceptionally easy to train, learns quickly

  • Affection Level:Highly affectionate and loving companion

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Child Compatibility:Excellent with children, patient and gentle

Disadvantages

  • Grooming Requirements:High grooming needs, regular professional care

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

  • Dog Friendly:Not suitable for multi-dog households

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:High exercise needs, requires active lifestyle

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$600-$800

If you choose to purchase the Airedale Terrier, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Airedale Terrier for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Airedale Terrier gets to a happy place.

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Availability

5/5

Availability

Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

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History

The breed developed in the 19th century in the Yorkshire region of North America, in the valley of the Aire River, and its name comes from this. His father, the now extinct Black-tailed terrier, crossed with Otterhound.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

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

The Airedale Terrier is a great choice for allergy sufferers due to its low-shedding coat.

The Airedale Terrier requires extensive grooming, including regular professional grooming sessions.

The Airedale Terrier sheds minimally, making it easier to maintain and ideal for those who prefer less cleanup.

The Airedale Terrier is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

The Airedale Terrier is exceptionally easy to train, responds quickly to commands and learns new tricks effortlessly.

The Airedale Terrier is excellent with children, patient and gentle, making it a perfect family companion.

The Airedale Terrier is not recommended for multi-dog households due to dominant or aggressive tendencies.

The Airedale Terrier requires high levels of daily exercise, including long walks, runs, or active play.

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Airedale Terrier Comments, Reviews and Questions

PM Lefebvre

2024-01-18

I'm on my 2nd Airedale and 8th dog.

Jessica Larsen

2022-03-15

These dogs are perfect family dogs, extremely friendly to everyone and doesn't have a mean bone in their body. Incredibly Easy to train and extremely lovable dogs. Smart and eager to learn.

Jan

2022-03-04

Great dog - loyal, humorous and very smart. Not aggressive in the slightest - and very friendly with other pets.

Mary Airedale pet owner

2021-11-28

Lovely temperate good with children and good protection both as guarding family and their property not an aggressive dog but will protect love ones with the lives .

Jack

2021-04-26

Very aggresive.

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