Exercise
Like other Terriers, the Airedale has a very high energy level with a lot of stamina. Lots of daily exercise is required with this breed. They need a big backyard that is fenced in as they love to run and are devoted hunters so, they will chase after that pesky squirrel until they obtain their "prize". Playing with the family is one of the most favoured ways of expelling energy although sometimes they don't know their own strength and tend to be too rough for younger children. Games of strength should also be avoided with the Airedale because they are always more than willing to compete, even with their owner. Along with physical activities, the Airedale also needs mental exercise. Due to their intelligent nature, if they don't have enough mental stimulation in their daily routine they tend to become destructive. This can include digging, chewing, barking and tearing things apart, even if it's your favourite pair of slippers. As long as exercise requirements are met, the Airedale makes and excellent family pet.
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Feeding
Most Airedales require specialty dog food as the breed is prone to have food allergies, hip dysplasia and skin infections. It is recommended that you feed your Airedale high-quality dry food that is rich in Omega-3, Omega-6 and fatty acids in order to counteract these health issues.
Food portions for this breed is approximately 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high quality dry food per day, however, all diets depend on a variety of factors and are different for every canine. Highly-active dogs with a high metabolism will need to eat more than an older dog that is not active and likes to sleep the day away. Look at the label on the back of the bag of dog food or consult your veterinarian if you are unsure what size of portions you should feed your pet.
Food portions for this breed is approximately 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high quality dry food per day, however, all diets depend on a variety of factors and are different for every canine. Highly-active dogs with a high metabolism will need to eat more than an older dog that is not active and likes to sleep the day away. Look at the label on the back of the bag of dog food or consult your veterinarian if you are unsure what size of portions you should feed your pet.
Grooming
Airedale Terriers have a double coat that consists of a soft inner coat and a dense/wiry outer coat. If not maintained, the coat can become tangled and matted and the Airedale will shed.
To keep the coat maintained, the Airedale needs to be trimmed and stripped at least 3 times per year. This process involves a groomer using clippers and a stripping knife in order to remove the dead wiry hair from the Airedale's outer coat. Paying a professional groomer is costly and this should be taken into consideration if you are thinking about choosing this breed as an addition to your family
Weekly brushings (at least two times per week) is also recommended to help keep the Airedale's curly coat from matting, along with daily beard washing. Airedales tend to get food and debris stuck in their beard and, without routine washing, odours and discolouration will start to appear.
To keep the coat maintained, the Airedale needs to be trimmed and stripped at least 3 times per year. This process involves a groomer using clippers and a stripping knife in order to remove the dead wiry hair from the Airedale's outer coat. Paying a professional groomer is costly and this should be taken into consideration if you are thinking about choosing this breed as an addition to your family
Weekly brushings (at least two times per week) is also recommended to help keep the Airedale's curly coat from matting, along with daily beard washing. Airedales tend to get food and debris stuck in their beard and, without routine washing, odours and discolouration will start to appear.