| Kerry Blue Terrier |
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| Alternative names |
| Irish Blue Terrier |
| Common nickname | |
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| Kerry | |
| Country of origin | |
| Ireland | |
| Classification | |
| FCI: | Group 3 Section 1 |
| AKC: | Terrier |
| ANKC: | Group 2 (Terriers) |
| CKC: | Group 4 - Terriers |
| KC(UK): | Terrier |
| NZKC: | Terrier |
| UKC: | Terriers |
| Breed standards (external links) |
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| FCI, AKC, ANKC, KC(UK), NZKC, UKC |
A Kerry Blue Terrier is a dog breed that comes from Kerry, Ireland. It is used for hunting, cattle herding, and as a watchdog.
Some characteristics of a Kerry Blue Terrier include a long head, flat skull, deep chest, and a soft curly coat that comes in several shades of blue (the term for "gray" in dog coats). Puppies are born with a lighter coat color; the blue appears gradually as the puppy grows older.
It is very loyal and gentle towards children and is a great pet.