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Airedale sports
Airedales are noted for their versatility and will generally have a go at most anything. There are many different canine sports you can get involved in with your Airedale.
Obedience
Airedales excel at obedience if a positive training style is undertaken. They don't respond to harsh techniques or endless drill, but if you keep it fun, they can reach the highest levels.
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Congratulations to Dual Ch Old Iron Its Ben UD - Australia's only Airedale Obedience and Show champion.
Agility
Airdales usually love agility work. It is a great outlet for their considerable energy and gives them a challenge that they relish.
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Tracking
With their terrific scenting ability, Airedales find tracking right up their alley.
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Schutzhund
Airedales were one of the first breeds used for police work in both the UK and Germany. They are intelligent and courageous.
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Airedog or Disc dog
Chasing a frisbee is every Airedale's dream. Airedogs show off with high aerial catchs and gymnastics. They love it. These photos are of American Tim Geib and Chula
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Luring
Airedales may not be the fastest dogs on the paddock, but they love chasing after the 'rabbit' on a string.
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Hunting
The Airedale was bred for hunting and have been used for both feather and fur. They were the 'weapon' of choice for tiger-hunting with British gentlemen in India. Other breeds were tried out, but once these other dogs found out what the scent led them to – a tiger – you could not make them hunt again. But not the Airedales – they were always keen. See more hunting Airedale photos.
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Search and Rescue
Airedales' excellent scenting ability and high intelligence make them ideal search and rescue dogs.
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