Airedale Terrier: A Comprehensive Guide to Owning and Caring for Your Dog

Originating in the valley of England's Aire and Wharfe Rivers, the Airedale Terrier rightly deserves its moniker "the King of Terriers." A multi-talented and versatile superdog, the Airedale possesses the gameness of a terrier along with the retrieving and hunting abilities commonly associated with the sporting breeds. The tallest of the British terriers, the Airedale Terrier stands about 23 inches at the shoulders and is 100% athlete, a well-muscled, strongly boned working dog that has served in the military through both World Wars. Today the Airedale Terrier resides in pet homes around the world, highly regarded for his affectionate temperament and sweet nature as well as his ability to protect the home. For the family seeking an active, mid-sized dog with lots of personality and smarts, the Airedale Terrier makes an exceptional choice. His intelligence, loyalty and sense of fun recommend him to a wide audience time and again. Above and beyond the breed's talents and temperament, the Airedale is a handsome dog, well balanced and dignified, adorned in his characteristic wiry coat of black and tan. This Comprehensive Owner's Guide presents a complete history of the Airedale Terrier, written by Bardi McLennan, one America's top terrier experts, as well as information about the breed's characteristics, standard and owner requirements. Readers will welcome Mrs. McLennan's tried and true advice about selecting a healthy puppy, house-training and obedience lessons, grooming the puppy and adult coat and much more. The book also includes an accurate, up-to-date chapter on canine health, covering the selection of a veterinarian, parasite control, vaccinations and preventive care, written by Harvard lecturer and popular veterinarian, Dr. Lowell Ackerman. Fans of the Airedale Terrier will welcome this excellent new resource on the breed, a valuable addition to every owner's library. Book jacket.