Buyer question
Is an Airedale Terrier good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Airedale Terrier 3 out of 5 for beginners (needs firm consistency).
Source: the Airedale Terrier page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Airedale Terrier in the Animal Library
The detail
The largest terrier, bred in Yorkshire's Aire valley to hunt otters and rats and later used as a police and war dog, the Airedale is smart, confident and versatile. It is playful and loyal, with a terrier's independent streak.
- Temperament
- Confident, clever, playful
- Best fit
- Active families
- Trainability
- 3 out of 5 (Smart, independent)
- Energy
- 4 out of 5 (1 hr exercise daily)
- Grooming load
- 3 out of 5 (Strip or clip regularly)
What to weigh
Airedales dig, chase and can be stubborn, and they stay puppyish for a long time. The wiry coat needs regular stripping or clipping to stay tidy.