Good to Know Facts about the Airedale Terrier

The Airedale Terrier is the largest dog in the Terrier family. The Airedale also has the largest teeth of all Terriers; although, he does not bite and is generally friendly. The Airedale stands around 22 to 24 inches in height. His coat is made up of a top wiry layer and a soft underlayer. If you don’t show your Airedale then you might get by with occasional grooming; however, excessive grooming is required for showing. In addition, the Airedale’s coat should be stripped twice a year. This means the dead hair should be stripped or removed in order to generate new growth. The Airedale is adaptable to a variety of climates with a short coat in summer and a full coat in winter. He is also adaptable to the apartment and large home living. Your pup will need lots of exercises. Ask your vet Matthews, NC if a brisk 20 minute walks twice a day would work. 

Why Do Some Cats Suck On Wool?

Wool-sucking is a feline behavior that is most often observed in Siamese or Burmese. While the causes have not been fully identified, it is thought to have some genetic basis. One of the possible causes may be suckling deprivation while still a kitten. To compensate for the reduced amount of suckling, cats suck on wool and other inanimate objects. In the wild, it is normal for kittens to suckle milk for 6 months or more, however, in pet cats, kittens are already weaned from their mothers by the time they turn 2 months of age.

The best way to deal with the problem is to apply products with an unpleasant taste or strong-smelling to inanimate objects that your cat likes to suckle. Pet owners have reported success using pepper sauce or strong-smelling perfume. There are also commercial repellants that can be used for the purpose. You can ask your veterinary clinic Matthews, NC about them. Take note that punishment is counterproductive when it comes to correcting the behavior.