| Kerry Blue Terrier |
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| Origin | Original Function |
| 1700s Ireland | Hunted rat, badger, fox and other game. |
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| Family | Average Weight | Average Height |
| AKC Terrier | 30 to 40 pounds | 17 to 20 inches |
| UKC Terrier |
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| Ave Life Span | Coat Variations | Color Variations |
| 12 to 15 years | The coat is curly and soft. There is no undercoat and minimal shedding. | Blue-gray. Puppies are born black, and within a year or two the coat lightens. |
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| Temperment |
| Just as any Terrier, the Kerry is a fun loving companion, yet can be very independent. This breed needs daily physical and mental exercise, and grooming at least twice a week. It's important to socialize this dog early as the Kerry is known to not get along well with other dogs and animals. The Kerry Blue Terrier has been known to take on many jobs such as hunting, herding, trailing, retrieving and police work. |
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| Health Concerns |
| PNA, cerebellar abiotrophy, cataract, entropion, CHD, KCS, narrow palperbral fissure distichiasis and hair follicle tumors. |
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| Common Behavior Problems |
| Digging, barking |
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