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Airedale Terrier

Breed Group: Terrier
Origin: United Kingdom, England

Temperament

Outgoing, Friendly, Alert, Confident, Intelligent, Courageous

Bred For

Badger, otter hunting

Weight

Metric: 18 – 29 kg

Imperial: 40 – 65 lbs

Height

Metric: 53 – 58 cm

Imperial: 21 – 23 inches

Life Span

10 – 13 years

Characteristics Ratings (1-5 scale)

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Special Characteristics

No special characteristics listed

Interesting Facts

  • The Airedale Terrier is the largest terrier breed.
  • They were originally bred in the Aire River valley in Yorkshire, England.
  • They are often referred to as the “King of Terriers” due to their size and versatility.
  • They have a strong prey drive and were historically used for hunting rats, otters, and other small game.
  • They are known for their intelligence and are highly trainable.
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