Airedale Terrier

Overview

Overview of Airedale Terriers

Airedale Terriers are known as “The King” because they are the largest of all the terriers and can weigh over 60 lbs! Originally from England, it is believed that they were created by selectively breeding a number of different terrier breeds together with the Otterhound. Because of their extreme intelligence and courage, these majestic pooches served as messengers in the British Army during World War I and in the 20s, were considered to be the most popular dog breed in America. Airedale terrier health issues are allergies, hip dysplasia and hypothyroidism.

Common Health Conditions & Recommendations for Airedale Terrier

Allergies:

There are two main types of allergies: food allergies and environmental allergies. Allergies are fairly common in dogs and Airedales are no exception.

Recommendations for Allergies in Airedale Terrier Dogs:

Common Health Conditions & Recommendations for Airedale Terrier

Hip Dysplasia:

A common condition within all large dogs, hip dysplasia and joint issues can lead to severe pain for your Airedale terrier’s health and wellbeing. An effective preventative strategy, beginning at middle age, may help lessen the intensity and pain of this condition.

Recommendations for Hip Dysplasia in Airedale Terrier Dogs:

Common Health Conditions & Recommendations for Airedale Terrier

Hypothyroidism:

A condition that occurs when the thyroid gland (located in the neck) becomes underactive and can impact your Airedale terrier’s health. Symptoms include, but are not limited to, weight gain, chronic ear infections, bacterial infections of the skin, hair loss, lethargy, and depression. This condition is most commonly treated with medication and diet.

Recommendations for Hypothyroidism in Airedale Terrier Dogs:

Personality

The Airedale Terrier’s history and personality were developed as working dogs for working-class folk who didn’t have the means to keep more than one dog so they were intended to be generalists, not specialists. Their long, muscular legs allowed them to take down larger creatures, guard the farm, retrieve small prey as well as protect their human companions. Because of their background as a working breed, Airedales need a lot of exercise to keep them happy and prevent Airedale terrier health issues. They also need a pet pawrent who isn’t afraid to show them who’s boss due to their high intelligence.