Airedale Terrier
"King of the Terriers" — largest, used in WWI as messenger dogs.
The Airedale Terrier is the largest of the terriers — the "King of Terriers" — bred in Yorkshire's Aire Valley as a versatile working dog. Used as messenger dogs in WWI. Modern Airedales are confident, athletic, intelligent and need a job.
Temperament
Confident, intelligent, courageous, sometimes dominant. Need experienced handling.
Exercise needs
90 minutes daily plus mental work.
Grooming
Wire double coat. Hand-strip every 8 weeks. Weekly brush.
Common health issues
Hip dysplasia. Hypothyroidism. Bloat / GDV. Skin allergies.
👍 Best for
Experienced active owners. Working / sport homes.
👎 Not best for
First-time owners. Sedentary households.
