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Did you Know? List of Interesting Facts about Airedale Terriers
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Interesting Facts about Airedale Terriers are as follows:

Fact 1 - Description and Definition of Airedale Terriers: This is a breed of large wiry-coated terrier bred in the Valley of Aire in Yorkshire, England

Fact 2 - Origin of the breed: Airedale Terriers originated in England and was originally bred to hunt otters and badgers
Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Airedale Terriers range from 45 - 50 pounds
Fact 4 - Size: The height is 23 inches, up to the shoulder
Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Airedale Terriers and Nicknames: Waterside Terrier and Bingley Terrier
- Origin of the name 'Terrier': This originates from the Latin word 'terra', meaning earth and the French name 'chien terrier' literally meaning 'dog of the earth'
Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Airedale Terriers: The outer coat is hard, dense and wiry with a soft undercoat and comes in a range of colors of black or grizzle with all other parts in tan
Fact 7 - Life of Airedale Terriers: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 14 years
Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Airedale Terriers is the Terrier dog breed
Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
Fact 10 - Choosing Airedale Terriers as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
- How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
- How much time will it take to groom the dog?
- How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
- Are Airedale Terriers suitable for children?
- How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Airedale Terriers are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
- - Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
- - Gastric Torsion
- - Skin allergies
Fact 12 - Airedale Terriers were first Registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1922
Fact 13 - Breeding Airedale Terriers for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Airedale Terriers

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