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Kerry Blue Terriers

A Kerry Blue Terrier is a born clown.  He wants to know what you are doing every minute – and why. A Kerry being inquisitive is very quick to learn new things and as a result can be involved in any of the animal sports such as breed shows or agility.  Kerrys make ideal house pets. They are a perfect size – not too big or too small.  About 16 kg and 45 cms tall.  They do not shed hair all over the house or your clothes, and have no doggy odour. Once you have owned such a dog you will never want any other breed. The best home is one that is tolerant of a busy dog. Kerrys are people dogs; they love to be part of a family and have a strong affinity with children. They generally live to 12 years, but 16 is not unheard of.    

Above: A Kerry Blue puppy at 8 weeks

Above: A champion!

Ch. Erindel Skibbereen

Kerry blue terriers were bred in Ireland over 100 years ago. The name derives from County Kerry, a place in Ireland, and Blue being the colour of the coat. The coat has a bluish sheen and can be grey-blue. It gets bluer as the puppy matures. The coat is soft and wavy.

The dogs worked on farms, ridding them of small pests. They have been retrievers fetching small game on land & from water, and have been used to herd sheep.

Kerry blues can be stubborn, so puppies should be socialised and trained carefully. They are intelligent dogs who can be trained.

Group: Terrier

Height at shoulder: 43 - 48 cm

Weight: 13.6 - 18.2 kg

The Irish (and their terriers) have the reputation of being a nation of fighters who will rise to defend their territory. They are much like the nation of Israel, who are fighting for their homeland. The Bible tells us to "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Those who love Jerusalem will prosper." Psalm 122, verse 6