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Terriermedium🌍 Irelandall-purpose working terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Alert, determined, affectionate, bold
Popularity
734
Blue-coated all-purpose farm terrier; athletic, opinionated, and devoted to family.
Lifespan
12–15 years
Coat
soft dense wavy blue-gray coat
Colors
blue shades from deep slate to light gray
Male height
18–19.5 in
Female height
17–18.5 in
Male weight
33–40 lb
Female weight
30–37 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
4
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
4
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
3
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
4
Care & environment
Shedding
1
Grooming
4
Drooling
1
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
4
