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Theodore Roosevelt is quoted as saying; "An Airedale can do anything that any other dog can do, only better."

I grew up with a total of 4 members of the breed. Airedales are the largest Terrier, the English "Standard of the breed" is about 45 lbs. The "Amarican" Airedales can run almost 100 lbs. All of my dogs were loyal, good with children, all would defend their families and homes. All lived to be 12-14 years.
They tolerated other pets. All enjoyed the company of other dogs, but jealous of their stuff. Some were fearless and charged into any foray believing they were invincible, others were like knife fighters, slashing and retreating to slash again. None would back down, even when prudent to do so. They have a keen character, love to play, are natural comedians. They love to hunt and patrol the perimeter of their property.
They love to steal, anything and eveything for the fun of it.

John Hunter in his book "African Huner" mentions hunting lions (for profit) with a pack of dogs obtained from the local pound. Hunter's favourite was a part Airedale who unfortunately would charge lions.

They have a two layer coat, a coarse outer (hard) coat and a soft oily undercoat, they are water dogs, the breed being a cross of terrier and otter hound.This may be the smell that has been mentioned. A brisk brushing will prevent this.They were originally bred to hunt.
I have seen some with webbed feet like a Labrador.

As a youth Marrion Morrison (John Wayne) had an Airedale named Duke. Marrion and Duke hung around the local firehall. The firemen would call them Little Duke and Big Duke. Marrion started calling himself Duke and would answer to no other name. Marrion or Duke? - Not even a choice!

Edited by FrankFarmer (20/10/11 01:47 PM)

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