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Breed Introduction

The Airedale Terrier is a large terrier breed, named after the Aire Valley in Yorkshire, its place of origin. Strong and energetic, it enjoys swimming and particularly likes living in water. The Airedale Terrier is a breed developed from the crossing of the Otterhound and the now-extinct Black and Tan Terrier. It is typically used to hunt otters, bears, wolves, wild boars, and stags. During World War I, it was first used by the British Army as a military dog for guarding and messenger duties. There was a dog named Jack, an Airedale Terrier, who was awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery on the battlefield after his death.

The Airedale Terrier is loyal and friendly, making it a relatively ideal family guard dog, though it has a stubborn side that requires strict training and care from its owner. One of the advantages of the Airedale Terrier is that it does not shed fur. It is an energetic dog that requires long walks every day.

The development of the Airedale Terrier originates from the crossing of the Otterhound and the now-extinct Black and Tan Terrier, and it is strong and energetic, usually used to hunt otters. It enjoys swimming and particularly likes living in water. The Airedale Terrier is used in many industries in Africa, India, Canada, and the United States. In Germany and the UK, it was one of the first breeds used as police dogs. Because they do not fear the next task due to injury, they were used to deliver messages in some wars. During World War I, it was first used by the British Army as a military dog for guarding and messenger duties. There was a dog named Jack, an Airedale Terrier, who was awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery on the battlefield after his death. This character has made it popular among breeders and owners of police dogs, many of whom are women who take pride in having this breed. They have left a very good impression on many enthusiastic owners, who regard them as loyal companions and good guardians in the family.