Fresh Airedale

. . . just "Airedale"--weigh anywhere from 42 to 55 pounds when grown, standing about two feet tall if male, as is the title character here. Also called the B-i-n-g-l-e-y Terrier or Waterside Terrier, these critters have a Scottish doggy look to them, sporting medium length black and tan coats with harsh, wiry topcoats and softer undercoats. Alert and energetic, they are not aggressive but usually come off as fearless. Most people are not allergic to Airedale hair. Originating on their namesake River Air, in the West Riding country of Yorkshire, England, they are descended from Welsh Terriers and have begat Yorkshire Terriers. Some people call Airedales the "King of Terriers," because they're the largest in this class. The dog featured in FRESH AIREDALE does not resemble actual Airedales, beyond having four legs and a tail.