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Airedale Terrier

Loved by 76% of pet parents

Confident, intelligent, and energetic, this breed thrives on adventure and companionship. Known for keen problem-solving skills and loyalty, it brings spirited joy to active families.

Breed Characteristics

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Playfulness

Adaptability

Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.

HEIGHT

58–61 cm (male)

56–59 cm (female)

WEIGHT

23–30 kg (male)

18–23 kg (female)

LIFE EXPECTANCY

11–14 years

Airedale Terrier: Breed snapshot

Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance

Key Breed Characteristics

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Mammalia

Order

Carnivora

Family

Canidae

Genus

Canis

Species

Canis lupus familiaris

Diet

Omnivore

"A Airedale Terrier isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."

Temperament & personality

Understanding Airedale Terrier's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.

Personality Overview

The Airedale Terrier is known for its confident, alert, and friendly disposition, often displaying loyalty and affection toward family members while remaining reserved with strangers.

Key Personality Traits

Friendliness

Generally sociable with people and other dogs

Intelligence

Quick learner, responds well to training

Energy Level

High stamina, needs regular vigorous exercise

Playfulness

Enjoys games and interactive activities

Adaptability

Adjusts well to different environments

Strengths

Intelligent and quick to learn commands
Loyal and protective toward family
Versatile working and sporting abilities
Generally healthy with few major issues
Good with older children and active families

Challenges

Prone to stubbornness during training sessions
Requires daily vigorous exercise and stimulation
Tendency to dig and chase small animals
Needs regular grooming and coat maintenance
May be aloof or dominant with other dogs

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Intelligence & exercise needs

Airedale Terriers are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.

🧠 Intelligence & training

Trainability

Quick learner

Overall rating

Airedales are intelligent and quick to learn, but their independent streak can make training challenging; consistent, positive reinforcement methods yield the best results with this breed.

Trainable Tasks:

Basic obedience commands

Scent detection training

Agility course navigation

Retrieval and fetch work

Search and rescue drills

Advanced tracking exercises

🏃 Exercise & energy levels

Daily Exercise

60–90 minutes daily

recommended per day

This breed has high energy levels and requires daily vigorous exercise, along with mental stimulation through play or training, to remain healthy and prevent boredom-related behaviors.

Recommended Activities:

Agility competitions

Nosework challenges

Daily long walks

Fetch in open fields

Interactive tug-of-war

Swimming sessions

Is this breed right for you?

Airedale Terriers are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Airedale Terrier would fit well in your home.