Kerry Blue Terrier

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Kerry Blue Terrier
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Kerry Blue Terrier Dog

The Kerry Blue Terrier is a sociable dog, with a high degree of intelligence and plenty of enthusiasm. This energetic breed loves to play and spend time sharing activities with his family. This is not the breed for those with little time for their pets, they get bored and destructive. The Kerry Blue Terrier can make a good family pet, but is best suited to those with some experience of ownership and training. This is because this breed can be headstrong and quite manipulative, requiring a confident, assertive owner who knows what they are doing in terms of training. The Kerry Blue Terrier dog make effective watch dog, as they are protective, but some can be a little too protective. These dogs get along well with children who are gentle, but do not appreciate being handled roughly.

The Kerry Blue Terrier Dog
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a medium-sized terrier that undergoes an amazing coat color transformation with time. The Kerry Blue Terrier is born with black coat that turns to very dark blue, hence the name, then usually to light gray. Sometimes the change is towards shades of brown then later to blue gray. Such coat is soft, wavy, and non-shedding. This has a long head with small but prominent dark eyes, as well as plenty of whiskers, beard and eyebrows. The Kerry Blue Terrier has muscular limbs, covered in dense coat, that support its confident and smart gait. The Kerry Blue Terrier has an upright tail that is docked.

The Kerry Blue Terrier Skills
Originating from the Arctic, the Kerry Blue Terrier breed began as early as the 18th century. Then it became the symbol of the common and middle-class Dutchmen during the French Revolution. Over the

years, they were used to guard canal boats thus it was called the Dutch Barge Dog.

The Kerry Blue Terrier Dog  Personality
This handsome breed is a family favorite, being an out-going companion and great with kids. It is lively, alert, and intelligent. As s household member, it is affectionate, friendly, and on the go for family affairs. With other pets, it is tolerable or timid (if not socialized as a pup). Its common trait is spinning in circles, which it does when delighted. In fact, this breed can be trained to perform. Aside from these, the Kerry Blue Terrier is also a great watch dog, for it is generous in giving warning barks.

The Kerry Blue Terrier Exercise Needs
The Kerry Blue Terrier demands average workout. An hour-long run in an open field once a day should suffice, since it is active even when indoors.

The Kerry Blue Terrier Living Conditions
This house dog is fine living in an apartment that has a medium-sized yard where it can run, spin, and be lively. It should be noted that due to their thick coats, this dog breed adapts well to cool climates and will be uncomfortable in hot zones.

The Kerry Blue Terrier Grooming Requirements
Use a stiff, bristle brush over its thick coat daily. Bathe when necessary, just as a precaution against ticks, fleas, and other potential skin problems. The Kerry Blue Terrier breed sheds twice a year.

The Kerry Blue Terrier Health Issues
The Kerry Blue Terrier can be susceptible to hip dysplasia and heart disease. Due to its heavy coat, it can also be prone to skin problems. In addition, the Kerry Blue Terrier has a strong tendency to gain weight easily and should be controlled from becoming overweight.

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