The Kerry Blue Terrier originated in Ireland, and has been used for hunting, retrieving, and herding both sheep and
cattle. The Irish commoners developed the Kerry when the nobility started to use Irish Wolfhounds to protect their
hunting grounds from poachers. The Kerry Blue Terrier helped the commoners to keep hunting, in silence, without
risking discovery.
These dogs have a distinctive appearance with a soft, dense, and wavy coat. They shed very little, but still require regular
grooming and should be brushed and trimmed regularly. As adults they’re gray, but the puppies are born black and their
coat will fade until their around 18 months old.
Kerry Blue Terriers are energetic and active dogs that do best
in active families. They love to dig and to chase things, and
they require lots of exercise. Without both physical and mental
stimulation they get bored and can become destructive. This
breed was created to work, and they do best with a job to do.
A typical Kerry loves people and is devoted to the family,
but owners should be aware that the breed still has a strong
hunting instinct. Early socialization with other dogs, cats, and
other animals is a must to get a dog that will get along with
others. These dogs can be quite stubborn as well, and require
training.
A Kerry Blue Terrier weighs between 33 and 40 lbs and most
will do great with a medium PlexiDor dog door. Large
individuals might need a large PlexiDor dog door.
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