Country of Origin: The Airedale Terrier originated in Britain.

Height: Male Airedale Terriers range from 23 inches to 24 inches. Female Airedale Terriers range from 22 inches to 23 inches.

Weight: Male Airedale Terriers range from 40 to 50 pounds. Female Airedale Terriers range from 40 to 45 pounds.

Description: Airedale Terriors are independent and territorial. They make good watchdogs and are known as 'king of Terriers' Airedales are energetic and excel at hunting. They are initially suspicious of strangers, which makes them good watchdogs. The Airedale Terrier is in the Terrier group.

Coat: Airedale Terriers have a non-shedding-double coat with a wiry outer coat and a soft undercoat. Grooming requirements include "hand-stripping," which means pulling out dead hair by hand. Trimming hair between the pads of the feet is also necessary.

Temperament: The Airedale Terrier is an independent, territorial dog breed. Initially suspicious of strangers, the Airedale Terrier makes a good watchdog.

Health Concerns: The Airedale Terrier is susceptible to hip dysplasia, eye problems and skin infections.

Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of the Airedale Terrier is 10-13 years.

Living Environment: Airedale Terriers do best in a house with a fenced yard. The owner of this dog breed should be an active leader because the Airedale Terrier may become destructive if not given sufficient amounts of exercise.