Živalce.si
Živalce.si Živalce.si

Vaš vodič po pasmah živali

Airedale Terrier

Airedale Terrier 2

Airedale Terrier

(Canis lupus familiaris)

Family-friendly Active

Airedale Terrier is a dog breed most often described as confident, bright, energetic, versatile. It originates from United Kingdom and belongs to the large size category. Suitable for families.

Share:
Lifespan
10–13 years
Size
Velika
Activity
5/5
Photos and videos

A quick visual overview of the breed in one place.

About the breed

Airedale Terrier is a dog breed that is well known in Europe and is most commonly kept as a companion or pet animal. It is most often described as confident, bright, energetic, versatile, and it also stands out for its appearance, movement and behaviour. Its origin or development is associated with United Kingdom.

For good welfare, it usually does best in house ali active dom. Basic care includes regular exercise, socialization, consistent training, brushing as needed. An adult animal typically reaches a height of 56-61 cm and a weight of 18-29 kg, and it is classified among large breeds. Grooming is rated 4/5 and daily activity needs are rated 5/5. Average lifespan is 10-13 years.

Main advantages include bright, brave, versatile, while common challenges include needs veliko activity, can je stubborn, requires dosledno training. Suitable for families. The final decision always depends on the individual animal, the quality of care, training or socialization, and the owner’s lifestyle.

Key characteristics
Europe status
Prisotna v Evropi
Suitable for
aktivnim družinam
Family-friendly
Yes
Children
No
Apartment
No
Origin
Velika Britanija
Living environment
house ali active dom
Activity
Grooming
Lifespan
10–13 years
Size
Velika
Weight
18.0–29.0 kg
Pros & cons
Advantages
  • bright, brave, versatile
Things to consider
  • needs veliko activity, can je stubborn, requires dosledno training
Temperament

confident, bright, energetic, versatile

Suitable for

aktivnim družinam

Origin & habitat

Velika Britanija

Living environment

house ali active dom

Grooming, activity & noise
Grooming
4/5
Activity
5/5
Grooming
regular exercise, socialization, consistent training, brushing as needed
Airedale Terrier in everyday life

Airedale Terrier is a confident, working-minded and large terrier that tends to suit owners who understand terrier determination, regular activity, recall work and wiry-coat care. This guide summarizes everyday temperament, activity needs, grooming, home suitability and the questions worth asking before choosing. It can be demanding for beginners because of terrier persistence, size and energy.

Temperament

In everyday life, Airedale Terrier is most often described as bright, bold, playful, persistent and often very independent when exploring. Individual personality still matters: early socialization, a calm routine and consistent guidance can shape the experience as much as the breed profile.

Children and families

For families, the key question is how well the breed handles children, visitors and everyday household movement. It can suit families when rules are clear and play with children is supervised. Children should always be taught calm and respectful interaction with animals.

Apartment living

Apartment suitability depends on activity level, noise, size and whether the animal has a calm place of its own. Apartment life can work with enough exercise, enrichment and barking management.

Activity

Movement and mental enrichment should be planned before choosing. It needs longer walks, scent tasks, recall practice and structured play. Boredom can show up as restlessness, noise or unwanted behavior in some animals.

Grooming and care

Grooming and care should be part of the decision from the start. The wiry coat usually needs regular brushing and occasional professional grooming. A regular routine is usually easier than occasional intensive catch-up care.

Health and special considerations

Avoid absolute claims about health. Ask about skin, eyes, hips, thyroid and parent temperament in everyday settings. Before choosing, speak with a veterinarian or responsible breeder and ask about screening, breeding conditions and documentation.

Care difficulty

It can be demanding for beginners because of terrier persistence, size and energy. In daily life, the biggest commitment is usually the mix of activity, settling skills and care: it needs longer walks, scent tasks, recall practice and structured play. The wiry coat usually needs regular brushing and occasional professional grooming.

Health and special considerations

For detailed information about health and breed-specific considerations, speak with a veterinarian or a responsible breeder.

What to ask the breeder
  • What are the parents and young animals like in everyday situations?
  • What routine do you recommend for activity, grooming and settling in?
  • Are there any special considerations or screenings a new owner should plan for?
  • Can you show the breeding conditions, documentation and socialization approach?
Browse all breeders
Dog schools

For dogs, a good training school can help with socialization, basic learning and everyday routines.

Dog schools
Frequently asked questions
Is Airedale Terrier a good choice for beginners?

It can be demanding for beginners because of terrier persistence, size and energy.

Can Airedale Terrier live in an apartment?

Apartment life can work with enough exercise, enrichment and barking management.

How much activity does Airedale Terrier need?

It needs longer walks, scent tasks, recall practice and structured play.

How demanding is grooming or care?

The wiry coat usually needs regular brushing and occasional professional grooming.

What should I know about health?

Ask about skin, eyes, hips, thyroid and parent temperament in everyday settings.

Breeders for this breed

No breeders in database.

We do not currently have breeders listed for this breed. You can browse all breeders.

Browse all breeders
Quick breed summary
Lifespan 10–13 years
Family-friendly Yes
Activity
Grooming
Size Velika
Origin Velika Britanija

Found an error in the breed description? Let us know and we'll fix it.

Report error