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Airedale Terrier

Airedale Terrier

5.0
11 - 14 yearsLife Expectancy

The largest of all terrier breeds, the Airedale is a large, athletic dog with a distinctive wiry black and tan coat and confident, alert demeanor. Known as the 'King of Terriers', this highly intelligent and versatile breed combines courage with an outgoing temperament.

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Traits:
  • Good with Kids
  • Dog Friendly
  • Friendly Stranger
  • Easy to Train
  • Medium Energy
  • Low Shedding
  • Low Drooling
  • Playful
  • Protective

Breed Statistics

  • Energy Level3/5
  • Trainability3/5
  • Playfulness3/5
  • Protectiveness5/5
  • Barking3/5
  • Drooling1/5
  • Good with Children3/5
  • Good with Other Dogs3/5
  • Good with Strangers3/5
  • Shedding1/5
  • Coat Length2/5
  • Grooming3/5

Physical Attributes

Height (Male)23 - 23 inches
Height (Female)23 - 23 inches
Weight (Male)50 - 70 lbs
Weight (Female)50 - 70 lbs

Breed History

Developed in the Aire Valley of Yorkshire, England, by crossing Otterhounds with various terrier breeds. Originally bred by working-class fanciers to hunt otters and rats, their intelligence and courage led to their use as police dogs, war dogs, and all-around companions.