The Airedale Terrier, once prominent and respected as a Working Dog has in approximately the
last 30 years, slipped into history.
Many of the old lines have all but disappeared
leaving way to the useless show dogs of today. Fortunately a few devoted owners continued
to breed for a particular purpose, not just for show or profit and maintained the rugged
Terrier.
In the war years the Terrier was as a working dog. They were widely used in
Germany as messenger and scout dogs. In France, the police employed a corps of them
and they were used along the river Seine to rescue people from drowning. In England,
where they originated, they were mainly used for their hunting capabilities while at the
same time being capable of being a family pet.
These are just a few of the jobs they
have been given in the past.
The Airedale Terrier adapts well to the heat and cold and has a keen sense of hearing.
The Airedale Terrier is known for it's devotion to his owner and it's intelligent.
This intelligence is displayed in its work, from guarding children to working with various
agencies.
The Airedale Terrier is again taking his place as a Working Dog, tried and true, brave and
stable. Shown below are photos taken of some of Baden's Airdales at work.
This pup shown at the Fire Station is in training for Search & Rescue and Arson Recovery.
This pup was indicating strongly on scent at 4 1/2 - 5 months of age.
Here the Airedale does his most important job, guarding the baby of it's owner.
Here an Airedale is being trained at Baden in agility and stability. This dog is being placed with Law Enforcement in the United States. It is 5 months of age in these photos.
Here an adult trained Airedale Terrier is at Baden for intensive training.
