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| Breed: |
Kerry Blue Terrier |
| Country of Origin: |
Ireland |
| AKC Group: |
Terrier |
| Function: |
Hunter |
| Life Span: |
12-15 years |
| Appearance: |
Medium-sized |
| Color: |
Blue from silver to steel |
| Coat Type: |
Soft |
| Grooming: |
The Kerry Blue needs to be trimmed with scissors and a
trimmer about five times a year. Pet Kerries can be trimmed in a Poodle puppy clip.
Grooming techniques require some training. In addition to this, they will need grooming
once a week with brush and combThe distinctive blue coat is not only beautiful, but
practical as well. The Kerry Blue sheds little to no hair and is odorless, even when wet.
Frequent bathing will not dry out the skin as it does in so many other breeds. Kerry Blues
are considered good for allergy sufferers. |
| Height: |
17½-19½ inches |
| Weight: |
33-40 pounds |
| Activity Level: |
Medium-high |
| Watch Dog: |
Yes |
| Protection: |
No |
| Intelligence: |
High |
| Trainability: |
High |
| Good With Children: |
Yes |
| Good With Pets: |
Ok |
| Good With Strangers: |
Ok |
| Character: |
Lively |
| Home Environment: |
Fenced yard |
| Best Owner: |
Confident |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
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| Physical: |
Although some are prone to PNA, cerebellar abiotrophy.
Also some minor concerns are cataracts, spiculosis, hair follicle tumors, entropion, KCS,
narrow palpebral fissure distichiasisme, and CHD. Retinal folds occasionally seen. |
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