Also known as: "Irish Blue Terrier", "Kerry"
Breed Overview
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a Medium dog breed, with a starting weight of 33 lbs that can reach 40 lbs. It is officially part of the Terrier group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Kerry Blue Terrier breed has a typical lifespan of 12 to 15 years, Medium hair, and have Lite shedding. Breeders interested in the Kerry Blue Terrier should know that the average litter size is between 5 to 8 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 12-15 years |
Height: 17-20" |
Shedding: Lite |
Litter Size: 5-8 pups |
| Group: Terrier |
Weight: 33-40 lbs |
Hair Length: Medium |
Size: Medium |
Kerry Blue Terrier Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Terrier |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Medium |
Guard Dog |
yes |
| Origin |
Ireland |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
yes |
Hypoallergenic |
yes |
| Stranger Friendly |
yes |
Active Indoors |
somewhat |
| Apartment Friendly |
yes |
Exercise Demands |
no |
| Pet Friendly |
yes |
Yard Needs |
small |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
daily |
| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
no |
Kerry Blue Terrier Temperament
Highly intelligent, determined and playful, Kerry Blue Terriers require firm handling as they may be dog-aggressive. They get along splendidly with people and love to be challenged.
Health Problems
PNA, cerebellar abiotrophy. Some minor concerns in Kerry Blue Terriers are cataracts, spiculosis, hair follicle tumors, entropion, KCS, narrow palpebral fissure distichiasisme, CHD and Retinal folds
Kerry Blue Terrier Coat
Kerry Blue Terrier Dog Colors
Born black; adult are shades of blue-gray from light blue-gray to deep slate.
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR