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Kerry Blue Terrier
A.K.A. :Irish Blue Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
| Pure Breeds | Member |
| Breeds A - Z | K |
| Breeds by Group | Terrier |
| Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids Hypoallergenic Low Shedding |
| Overview: | The Kerry Blue Terrier is a hardworking dog that was bred to hunt and kill small mammals and herd sheep and cattle. In addition, this breed is often used as a police or watch dog. |
| Breed Group: | Terrier |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 33-40, female: 30-35 |
| Height (in): | male: 18-19, female: 17-19 |
| Colors: | Any shade of blue-gray in mature (over 18 months) dog; immature dogs may be very dark blue or have tinges of brown. |
| Coat: | Soft, dense and wavy. |
| Character: | Kerry Blue Terriers are intelligent, self-confident, and brave. They form a close bond with their handlers and barking is infrequent. These dogs may be stubborn and occasionally fight with other dogs. |
| Temperament: | This breed needs early socialization to be with children, household pets, and especially cats. They prefer to be the only dog in the family. |
| Care: | Its coat needs combing twice a week, plus scissoring and coat shaping every month. |
| Training: | This breed requires a confident and determined handler. It has a natural tendency to fight other dogs, so dealing with this may be lesson number one. |
| Activity: | The Kerry Blue needs a good amount of exercise with either a long walk on leash, a vigorous play session, or a chance to explore off-leash in a safe area. |
| Country of Origin: | Ireland |
| Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, and cerebellar abiotrophy. |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |