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About the Airedale Terrier |
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History
The Airedale Terrier evolved from cross-breeding Otterhounds, Tan Terriers and the now extinct wire-coated Old English Black. In the mid-19th century the Airedale Terrier was primarily used for catching otters, polecats and water rats which were, at that time, considered as vermin. The Airedale Terrier was also considered as a good all-round sports dog used for catching small prey, such as rats and rabbits, and working on the farm.
During the First World War the Airedale Terrier was used by both the Allied forces and German troops to carry dispatches and warn of movements among the enemy lines.
The police also used these dogs to guard the dockyard and railways.
Today the Airedale Terrier is still widely used in Germany as a talented police dog.
The Airedale Terrier as a pet
Airedales make a good family pet. They are generally good with children, but need a firm handling. They make excellent guard dogs, but are not good with other dogs. They have a keen instinct for hunting. |
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Height:
56-61cms
Weight:
20-23kg
Lifespan:
13 yrs |
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Colour:
top surface of body and neck is black with tan head and legs |
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Coat:
Dense, wiry and hard |
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Click photo for product guide |
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Lawrence Slicker
Medium Original
Original firm pin slicker for coarse and tangled hair, hardwood handle.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £3.50
Dollar price: $5.08 |
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Spratts Comb
No.72
22mm medium tooth comb. Made from solid brass with heavy duty chrome plating. Made in Sheffield, England |
Sterling price: £6.50
Dollar price: $9.42 |
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Mars Stripper
Terrier stripper
The Mars 325 "Terrier Stripper", Bubinga wooden handle with stainless steel blade. Made in Germany |
Sterling price: £10.00
Dollar price: $14.50 |
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Grooming your Airedale Terrier
Grooming requirements: These dogs require regular brushing and stripping. The beard should be stripped with a stripping knife, starting from the eye and working forward. Scissoring should be used on the muzzle, leaving enough undercoat to pad the face, and on the forelegs by carefully snipping into the coat. When brushing the coat use a Slicker brush followed by a steel, wide tooth comb.
Tools required:
Medium size slicker, stripping knife, wide tooth comb and scissors
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