The Airedale breed of dog has a high level of energy, which means that the potential owner will have to plan his daily routine in such a way that the dog has the opportunity to walk in the street. In addition to the fact that the animal simply needs to run, various active games and interaction with the pet are needed.
Airedales often competed in rat hunting contests. The Airedale is sometimes called “The King of Terriers.” His size and intelligence make him an extremely versatile dog. British military employed Airedale Terriers as sentries and couriers. The Red Cross also used Airedales as rescue dogs during the war. The Airedale Terrier was one of the first breeds to be used for police work. An Airedale Appeared in “One Hundred and One Dalmatians”. When Disney made a live-action version of “One Hundred and One Dalmatians” in 1996, they cast an Airedale Terrier in the role of Colonel, the wise old dog who helps Pongo and Perdita find their puppies. Many Presidents had Airedales. Woodrow Wilson, Warren Harding, and Calvin Coolidge — three successive presidents — all had Airedale Terriers. John Wayne’s nickname, Duke, actually came from his pet Airedale Terrier. The Airedale Terrier has been the winner of four Best in Show crowns. They are also known as the Waterside Terrier because of their great hunting ability in the water. The First Airedale to ever come into America was in 1881 and his name was Bruce. Airedale Terrier was named after the Aire River in the Aire Valley of England. We’ve known them in the role of hunting dog, show dog, watchdog, and family pet. They are incredibly versatile and intelligent, and they love to be part of a family
