Breed Profile
The Airedale Terrier originates from Yorkshire. A large, muscular dog, the Airedale is the tallest member of the Terrier Group of dogs bred originally to hunt otters along the River Aire in Yorkshire.
| Other Names: | Waterside Terrier, Bingley Terrier, Airedale | |
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| Country of Origin: | England | |
| Size: | Large | |
| Height: | 56 – 61 cm (22 – 24 ins) | |
| Weight: | 20 – 23 kg (45 – 50 lbs) | |
| Colour: | Tan with black body saddle | |
| Lifespan: | 10 – 14 years | |
| Coat: | Medium | |
| Grooming: | High | |
| Exercise: | Average | |
| Child Friendly: | Yes | |
| Pet Tolerant: | Yes | |
| Novice Owner Suitability: | Yes | |
| Health Issues: | Alopecia (Seasonal), Corneal Dystrophy, Cutaneous Hemangioma, Cutaneous Melanoma, Dermatitis, Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Demodectic Mange, Distichiasis, Entropion, Haemophilia B, Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Lymphoma, Lymphosarcoma, Nasal Tumours, Pannus, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), von Willebrand’s Disease |
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