AIREDALE

Brief description of the Airedale Terrier breed

During the First World War, a dog named Jack became the best signalman. This Airedale Terrier delivered messages to headquarters from even the fiercest battlefields. Constant artillery shelling, running through swamps and potholes - nothing frightened Jack. But work in such difficult and dangerous conditions could not pass by. The dog was repeatedly wounded, and the latest injuries in the form of a broken jaw and multiple wounds left no hope of survival. Thanks to a timely report on the state of affairs, this Airedale Terrier saved an entire battalion. He was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for Valor for his feat.

Airedale Terriers, like Hero Jack, were bred to be versatile dogs with incredible dexterity on land and in the water. Animals of this breed are successful participants in various competitions.

Airedale Terriers can enjoy life to the fullest only when they are busy with business, even if it is a simple game with children. Like all terriers, the Airedale Terrier is prone to digging holes, he can give chase, actively bark. The dog is full of energy, so joggers will like it, because dogs of this breed need daily walks, active and noisy games in the yard among children or other dogs.

It is impossible to talk about the Airedale Terrier without mentioning its individuality and independence. This smart dog often makes independent decisions without waiting for the owner's command. If you want to be the owner of a dog that will strictly wait for your commands, then the Airedale Terrier is definitely not for you.

It is worth noting that Airedale Terriers are very touchy. They do not tolerate rudeness and aggression towards themselves, therefore they harbor a grudge against an ill-wisher for a long time. The dog can be quite aggressive towards other animals. It's all about the hunting instinct. This greatly complicates the process of raising and training a pet. That is why professional, consistent training is the key to raising an accommodating and loyal dog.

There is nothing surprising in the fact that Airedale Terriers make excellent watchdogs. With great courage and zeal, the pet will protect his family. Despite this, such dogs are very friendly to guests who come to your house, but only on condition that the pet has gone through a period of socialization.

Another, perhaps somewhat unexpected, side of the character of this dog is playfulness and fun. Airedales enjoy spending time with their families. They love to play, sometimes doing small innocent dirty tricks, especially when it comes to the kitchen.

Raising these dogs is a fascinating and interesting business. Many owners of such pets argue that only two Airedale Terriers can be better than an Airedale Terrier.

It is believed that the progenitor of most terriers, including the Airedale Terrier, was a black and tan terrier. Most likely, breeding began in the forties of the eighteenth century. Like many terriers, this one was bred in a specific area. So, the Airedale Terrier comes from the Eyre Valley, in Yorkshire. Dogs of this breed were famous for their working abilities, they were excellent hunters, both on water and on land. Airedales hunted otters, foxes, badgers, martens, water rats and other animals.

It is believed that the Otterhound also participated in the breeding of the Airedale Terrier. Crossbreeding with this breed was necessary to improve the dog's swimming abilities.

In the middle of the eighteenth century, various dog shows became popular, in which the Airedale Terrier took a very active part. It is believed that the founder of this breed is a certain Master Briar, one of whose sons later moved to Florida, where he greatly influenced the development of the breed in the United States. The American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1888. Note that some presidents treated these dogs with particular trepidation, especially Presidents Woodrow Wilson, Warren Harding and Calvin Coolidge.

Although the history of the Airedale Terrier began with hunting, today representatives of this breed are considered versatile dogs capable of doing anything. For example, Airedale Terriers took an active part in hostilities during various military conflicts, and also successfully hunted game on different continents. Today, the breed ranks 54 among those registered by the American Kennel Club.