The Airedale Terrier Today [Hardcover]

Janet Huxley (Author)

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Publication Date: October 9, 2000

The Airedale is the undisputed King of Terriers, and this impressive courageous dog has a worldwide following. Bred primarily as a hunter, the Airedale has also been used as a police dog and as a dispatch bearer in war. In this comprehensive book of the breed, the author traces the origins of the Airedale, its development, and its spread worldwide. Also covered are all aspects of care, including exercise and dietary requirements.

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The Airedale is the undisputed King of Terriers, and this impressive, courageous dog has a worldwide following. Bred primarily as a hunter, the Airedale has also been used as a police dog and as a dispatch bearer in war.

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The Airedale Terrier Today The Airedale is the undisputed king of Terriers, and this impressive, courageous dog has a worldwide following. Bred primarily as a hunter, the Airedale has also been used as a police dog and as a dispatch bearer in war. Out-going and confident, the Airedale makes a fine show dog, and its kind, friendly nature makes it an ideal family companion. In this comprehensive book of the breed, the author traces the origins of the Airedale, its development, and its spread worldwide. Detailed advice is given on choosing a puppy, assessing show potential, and early training. Exercise and dietary requirements are examined, and there is illustrated coverage of grooming, and coat care. The Breed Standard is analysed, and for those with ambitions of showing their Airedale, there is guidance on show training and preparation. The leading dogs in the breed are highlighted, and for the specialist, there is information on whelping and rearing a litter. Illustrated with over 150 colour and black-and-white photographs, this is essential reading for all Airedale enthusiasts.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 176 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House (October 9, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076456109X
• ISBN-13: 978-0764561092
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,308,555 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars best airedale book available today, December 18, 2002

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Maureen E. Hyman (Redlands, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Airedale Terrier Today (Hardcover)

This is the most complete Airedale book, without a lot of the extraneous general dog information found in other Airedale books. Has a good history and description of the breed as well as general care, ie for their difficult terrier coat. Good advise for first time owners and good reference for even experienced oweners.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A good general description book, October 12, 2005

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Jaroslav Jirek (Prague, Czech Republic) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Airedale Terrier Today (Hardcover)

As an owner of an Airedale teenager who has already searched the earth for information, I was not too chuffed by this book. What it does is offer a lot of general information which I happened to know already before purchasing this book. It certainly is a good reading material for those who do not know that much about the breed but that was not me. Yet since there is not much of book resources on Airedales, it is good to have this one than to have nothing.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Airedale Terrier Book, March 10, 2011

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Minneosta Airedale (SAINT PAUL, MN, US) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Airedale Terrier Today (Hardcover)

I was on a waiting list for an Airedale Terrier for over 6 months so while I waited I ended up purchasing several books to educate myself on the breed and what to expect. Here are the 8 books that I purchase from my most favorite to my least favorite along with my review.
1. Airedale Terrier - A Comprehensive Guide to Owning and Caring for Your Dog, by: Bardi McLennan. 155 Pages. Color Pictures.

If you are going to own one Airedale Terrier book, this is the one to own. It is filled with information such as the History of the Airedale, Characteristics, Breed Standard, the Airedale Puppy, Proper Care, Training Tips, Health Care, and Showing. It filled with lots of color pictures and good information.

2. Airedale Terrier Today - Janet Huxley 174 Pages. Color Pictures.

3. Airedale Terrier - Pet Owners Guide, by Janet Huxley. 80 Pages. Color Pictures. This is a condensed version of the books listed above. Still an overall great book.

4. Airedale Terrier - A new Owner's Guide, Betty-Anne Stenmark. 158 Pages. Color Pictures.

5. Airedale Terrier - An Owner's Companion, Mary Swash and Donald Millar. 168 Pages. Black and White. In addition to general Airedale information, this book also provides information on the Airedale Bloodline listing some of the top Champions and Airedale breeders.

6. The New Airedale Terrier - Jun Dutcher and Janet Johnson Framke. 276 Pages. Black and White. In addition to general Airedale information, this book also provides information on the Airedale Bloodline listing some of the top Champions and Airedale breeders.

7. Airedale Terrier - A complete Pet Owner's Manual. 93 Pages. Mainly Black and White.

Not rated:
Airedale Terriers (Pebble Books). This one is a children's book and has a dozen or so color pages.

All in all, the information contained in these books are similar in nature. In my opinion, the ones rated towards the top are the most comprehensive.

As a last note, I finally have my Airedale puppy and it was worth the wait. He's the best dog ever!