Hunting Working Airedales, Inc.
Instincts - Curiosity - Intelligence - Tenacity
Est. 1985
Welcome to the world of Hunting and Working Airedales.
Let us introduce you to the outstanding qualities and innate hunting instincts of the "king" of all sporting dogs.
Mission Statement
HWA is dedicated to preserving and promoting the Airedale Terrier as a versatile hunting and working companion dog.
Airedale fame as a big-game hunter in the American West soon grew his reputation as big as Pecos Bill’s. In WWI the Airedale’s courage and strength favored him among war dogs used as sentries and messengers.
By the 1920’s and 30’s, the Airedale was the most popular breed in the United States. Over time, demographics and society changed, and the Airedale's popularity shifted to a much smaller fan base that maintained the breed mainly as companions and home protectors.
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Over the past thirty+ years, Airedale fanciers have been working to restore attention to the breed’s original purpose as a versatile hunting dog. Through the efforts of the Airedale Terrier Club of America and Hunting Working Airedales, Inc., the Airedale has regained its recognition in the sporting dog community. Airedales now may now compete and earn titles in AKC Spaniel Hunt Tests and AKC Retriever Hunt Tests, as well as Airedale-only hunt tests.
To the owners who choose Airedales as their hunting companions, the Airedale Terrier brings its versatility as a three-in-one gundog, as well as a multi-dimensional personality that makes him both the home protector and family clown.
President’s letter
I am wishing all of you a very happy and love filled 2026 with your Airedale and any other critters you may have in your life.
There are many Airedale events this coming year, including a new event in GA, in March, planned by a new member Eric Morris. This is a free event so if you are anywhere in the SE or just want a get away check it out on the home page and events page.
We also have our usual spring Fun in the Field on April,25 and 26 and our Nationals Sept 18-20. These are both at the beautiful Elk Ridge Hunt Club in Bucyrus OH.
Don’t forget the ATCA sponsored event, The Cooley in Beaver Dam, WI in May.
We have members all over the country. If you would like to plan an event in your area, please contact me.
Hope to see as many of you as possible this year.
Enjoy your dogs, tell them how much you love them and how much they mean to you. We know our time with them is not as long as we would like.
Mary Wright
HWA President
March 14, 2026 Meet the Airedale Terrier - Free Event
Come out and witness the 3-in-1 gun dog, a dog that is among the most versatile hunting dogs on the planet, the Airedale Terrier!
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April 25 & 26, 2026 Fun in the Field
Location: Elk Ridge Hunt Club, Bucyrus, OH
September 18 - 20, 2026 HWA Nationals
Location: Elk Ridge Hunt Club, Bucyrus, OH.
Always striving to educate newcomers, encourage experienced dog owners to "go to the next level" and increase interest in our breed's hunting & working talents, we'd like to organize even more regional events. Please contact us if you’d like to help plan or work on a HWA eventin your area.
