The national dog of Ireland, Kerry Blue Terrier has its origins in County Kerry.
The Kerry Blue Terrier has its origins in County Kerry and is by government decree the national dog of Ireland. With no undercoat and a nonshedding topcoat, the Kerry Blue is a very suitable household pet. It is an all-around terrier, an excellent guard, ratter and water retriever, and has been used as a successful herder. Rat and rabbit hunting are still a part of the life of working Kerry Blues in Ireland.Puppies of this breed are born black, and their coat color changes to blue some time between nine and twenty-four months of age. In general, the earlier the coat changes color, the lighter the eventual coat will be. I have included both dark and lighter coat colors for your choice. The exact origins of the Kerry will probably never be known. There is a romantic story of a blue dog swimming ashore from a shipwreck. The coat of this dog was so lovely that it was mated with all the female Wheaten Terriers in Kerry (or in all Ireland according to some) producing the Kerry Blue. Maybe this is not entirely fantasy as the Portuguese Water Dog is often suggested as part of the Kerry's make up. The Kerry is known as a good swimmer and one of the few breeds used for hunting otter in deep water. Others suggest the Kerry was produced by the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier crossed with the Bedlington Terrier with (or without) some Irish Wolfhound or Irish Terrier blood. The extinct Gadhar herding dog is also mentioned as another possible branch of the Kerry's family tree. One certain fact is the breed became very popular as an all around farm dog in rural Ireland. They are well known for their stubbornness. If you are planning on getting a Kerry Blue make sure you are ready for it. They are also fairly hard to train
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Kerry Blue Terrier St. Patrick's Day
As Ireland's official Dog, the Kerry Blue Terrier always celebrates St. Patrick's Day in a big way. Here both Kerry Blues share the fun with their favorite Leprechaun. Light Coats.
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St. Patrick's Day Collar
Subtle St. Patrick's Day design with a Kerry Blue Terrier wearing a Shamrock on the collar. Light Coat.
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Kerry Blue St. Patrick's Day Dark Coat
As Ireland's official Dog, the Kerry Blue Terrier always celebrates St. Patrick's Day in a big way. Here both Kerry Blues share the fun with their favorite Leprechaun. Dark Coats.
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Keepsakes, Memorials, Dedications
Keepsakes, Memorials, Dedications, a set of designs praising the Kerry Blue Terrier on Tiles, Pillows, Prints, wonderful Boxes and more. Designs available for Male or Female dogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier
Head Study of Ireland's national Dog, the Kerry Blue Terrier. Elegant and amazingly coated dog, and an all around Terrier at heart.
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Love My Kerry Blue Terriers
I Love My Kerry Blue Terriers. Here the design features the Kerry's rich dark coat. Tell the world how you feel about those special dogs!
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Love My Kerry Blue Dark Coat
I Love My Kerry Blue Terrier. Here the design features the Kerry's rich dark coat. Tell the world how you feel about that special dog!
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Love Kerry Blue Terriers
I Love My Kerry Blue Terrier. . .light coat. . .Clothing and gift items to tell the world how you feel about that special dog!
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Love My Kerry Blue Terrier
I Love My Kerry Blue Terrier. Here the design features the Kerry's lighter coat. Tell the world how you feel about that special dog!
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Two Kerry Blue Terriers
Two Kerry Blue Terriers plotting mischief? You know what a romping good time they have together! These display the lighter coat.
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Patriotic Celebration Kerry Blue Terrier
Patriotic Flag background explodes like a firecracker around this Kerry Blue Terrier design, carrying the celebration outward! Clothing and Gift ideas featuring your breed.
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Kerry Blue Terrier Back to School
After a wonderful summer of fun and frolic, it is time to return to School. Naturally your Kerry Blue Terrier wants to go too! Clothing and Gift Items for student & teacher alike!
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Kerry Blue Terrier Halloween
Booo! Bats and autumn leaves swirl around the mysterious pumpkin as two Kerry Blue Terriers head out for Trick or Treat fun! Clothing & Gift items!
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Winter Kerry Blue Terriers
Two Kerry Blue Terriers, scarves blowing in the wind, are ready for Winter! Fun in the snow, good times to come! Clothing & gift items for you!
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Kerry Blues and Gifts
Winter scarves keeping them warm, these Kerry Blue Terriers are looking forward to being Santa's Helpers when it is time to pass out the presents! Clothing & gift ideas!
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