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Dogs 101 KERRY BLUE TERRIER
Top Dog Facts About the KERRY BLUE TERRIER

There are many theories about the origin of this breed, while some claim that it emerged from the mixture of the Bedlington terrier and the bull terrier, others say this breed came to Ireland in the XVI century with the ships of the Spanish Navy. What will be the truth? Possibly we never know. But, it’s estimated that the origin of this mediumsized breed dates back to the XVIII century in the County of Kerry, in Ireland, hence the origin of its name. Although for a long time it was used in the hunting of rodents, vermin and other small animals, eventually the Kerry Blue Terrier became in an excellent companion dog.

Time for some Ruff Trivia:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are born black, but at what age does their fur completely change color?

o A: 2 years
o B: 3 months
o C: 18 months

What do you think, give it your best guess in the comments below before we get to the answer! Hang on tight and we’ll get back to this Ruff Trivia Question toward the end of the video.

Corpulent, strong and muscular the Kerry Blue Terrier is a mediumsized dog that can reach between 18 to 19.5 inches tall and weigh 33 to 40 pounds. It stands out for having thick eyebrows and a rather long beard and mustache. His hair is typical of terrier, very wavy, thick, but soft. The gray blue color is quite uniform throughout the body, and in the adult it can be any shade of blue gray, from deep slate to light gray blue.

Grooming: The fur of this type of dog can get tangled easily, for this reason it should be brushed every day to keep it clean and neat. His ears, teeth and nails should be cleaned at least once or twice a month. You can now visit BrooklynsCorner.com to find the best dog groomers in your area

Temperament: Small, but very brave and full of courage, the Kerry Blue Terrier is an extremely good dog for all kinds of families. Intelligent, curious, loving, cheerful and very playful, this type of breed in a magnificent companion dog for both children and seniors.

Training: With an innate desire to please its owners, the Kerry Blue Terrier is a very easy dog to train. If the training is constant, fun, firm and loving, the results will be favorable and most important lasting. Very energetic and active, this type of race needs daily walk and exercise outdoors.

Health: Evem if it’s a very resistant and longlived dog, it can suffer from hip dysplasia, tumors, cataracts, entropion, distiquiasis, hypothyroidism, skin cysts, cancer, keratosis, dry eyes, chronic chronic Otitis, Progressive Neuronal Abiotrosis (PNA), dislocation of the patella and Factor XI deficiency.

While not a particularly wellknown breed of dog, the Kerry Blue Terrier enjoys dedicated loyal fans, thanks to his work skills and loyal companionship. Its a dog known for its loyalty, energy and sometimes funny playtime antics. Intelligent and brave, he became a beloved pet, showing fierce devotion to his family or herd. Check out more about what makes the Kerry Blue Terrier so great here in BrooklynsCorner.com

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Let’s get back to the answer to our Ruff Trivia Question. Kerry Blue Terrier puppies are born black. The coat should reach its mature color by the time the dog is 18 months old.

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