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Airedale terrier
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Airedale Terrier
a breed of working dog. The Airedale was developed in Great Britain in the second half of the 19th century through the successive crossing of several breeds: otterhounds, Old English (or broken-haired) terriers, harriers, smooth collies, and bullterriers. It was named for the Aire River, the locality where the breed was developed. Airedales stand 62 to 66 cm high. The head is long, with a flat forehead; there is a bristly “moustache” on the upper lip and a “beard” on the lower lip. The woolly coat is coarse, wiry, and dense. The color is typically goldish red; a dark saddle covers the upper neck, back, and sides. The movements are fast and crisp. Airedales are hardy and easily trained. They are raised in many countries, including the USSR, where they are raised primarily by amateur dog breeders.
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