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Non-sporting Breeds
Kerry Blue Terrier
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| The Kerry Blue Terrier originated in County Kerry,
south-western Ireland. An excellent sporting dog and
fine swimmer, it was used there to hunt badgers,
foxes, and otters. Its ancestors are thought to have
included the Irish, Bedlington, and Bull Terriers. As
with the Irish Terrier, there is a school of thought that
the Irish Wolfhound also contributed to its make-up.
Although it began life as a sporting dog, the Kerry
Blue is now mainly kept as a pet. It is good with
children, but it may display a fierce temper against
dogs or other pets when roused, and so, if you own
a fiery Kerry, you would be wise to insure yourself
against other people's veterinary bills. The Kerry
is not the easiest dog to prepare for the show ring,
requiring knowledgeable trimming. It needs daily
grooming with a stiff brush and metal-toothed comb. |
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