Airedale Terrier Puppy Dog Care Information

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Airedale Terrier puppy dog

Airedale Terrier Health Information:

The Airedale Terrier is an uncommonly healthy breed of dog, known for their rugged constitutions and their ability to ignore great pain in order to fulfill their duty to their masters. Consequently, the most common ailments that seem to trouble the Airedale are hip dysplasia or "itchy skin," meaning they often have sensitivities to food or shampoos. Additionally, itchy skin can be a result of excitement or psychological problems. If your dog should chew at himself or scratch excessively, it's generally a good idea to have any abnormal behavior checked by your local veterinarian.

Airedale Terrier Exercise Information:

The Airedale is a very enthusiastic and energetic dog that delights in his place as a working breed. Not as prone to obesity as other breeds, they are naturally busy and tend to find ways of exercising, even when they can't get out for a good brisk walk. Unfortunately, when kept pent up for too long, this alternate form of exercise can sometimes manifest in destructive behavior, so it's best to ensure your Airedale puppy doesn't get bored.

For most Airedales, a couple of walks a day will do wonders, provided they are offered at a pace that will let him jog a bit and work out the kinks. Dog parks or fenced yards are excellent opportunities for the Airedale Terrier to get out and stretch his legs as well, and this breed often does very well in obstacle courses and agility matches.

Airedale Terrier Grooming Needs:

While not as prone to matting as the finer-coated breeds, there is still some work involved in keeping your Airedale looking his best. For many, the easiest route to take is the occasional trip to the groomer's, with weekly comb-throughs in-between. This will help to keep your Airedale free from mats, as well as helping you to take note of anything unusual about your pet. If nothing else, your weekly grooming session provides you with the perfect opportunity to have some quality time with your four-footed friend and he's sure to enjoy the attention.

In addition to the obvious brushing and combing of your Airedale Terrier, you should also pay special attention to his ears. Being a fold-ear dog, the Airedale is prone to ear infections and can get sick if his ears are not cleaned regularly. To do so, take a cotton swab and gently clean around the outer edges of your dog's ear. Never, however, stick the swab down into the ear canal - doing so can cause great pain to your dog or even cause him to lose his hearing!