Kerry Blue Terrier
A spirited Irish all-rounder with a soft, wavy blue coat, a lively sense of fun and a strong will of its own.
In 'n oogopslag
- Grootte
- Medium
- Skouerhoogte
- Reuns 46–50 cm · Tewe 44–48 cm
- Gewig
- Reuns 15–18 kg · Tewe 14–17 kg
- Lewensverwagting
- 12–15 jaar
- Oefening
- 60–90 min per dag
- Versorging
- Gereeld na 'n hondeversorger
- Haarkleed
- Golwend, medium
- Kleure
- Blou
- Geteel vir
- Terriërwerk, Oppas van vee, Geselskap
- Land van oorsprong
- Ierland
- FCI
- Groep 3, nr. 3 · Terriërs
Telers op Kuldo
Geen telers op Kuldo het nog hierdie ras nie.
Saamleef met die ras
| Liefdevol teenoor gesin | 4/5 – Hoog |
|---|---|
| Goed met kinders | 3/5 – Matig |
| Goed met ander honde | 2/5 – Laag |
| Goed met katte | 2/5 – Laag |
| Oop vir vreemdelinge | 3/5 – Matig |
| Energie | 4/5 – Hoog |
| Speelsheid | 4/5 – Hoog |
| Het geestelike stimulasie nodig | 4/5 – Hoog |
| Maklik om op te lei | 3/5 – Matig |
| Jagdrif | 4/5 – Hoog |
| Waaksaam en beskermend | 3/5 – Matig |
| Blaf | 3/5 – Matig |
| Verharing | 1/5 – Baie laag |
| Versorgingsmoeite | 5/5 – Baie hoog |
| Kwyl | 1/5 – Baie laag |
| Goed vir eerste keer eienaars | 2/5 – Laag |
| Geskik vir woonstelwonery | 3/5 – Matig |
| Aanpasbaarheid | 3/5 – Matig |
| Hanteer om alleen te wees | 2/5 – Laag |
| Hanteer hitte | 3/5 – Matig |
| Hanteer koue | 3/5 – Matig |
Kuldo se eie riglyne volgens die ras se tipiese eienskappe. Elke hond is 'n individu, so praat met die teler.
Is dit die regte ras vir jou?
Ideaal as jy …
- want a low-shedding, medium-sized dog
- enjoy an energetic, characterful companion
- are happy to budget for regular grooming
Dink twee keer as jy …
- have other dogs that may clash with a bold terrier
- keep small pets
- want a low-maintenance coat
Versorging
Temperament
Confident, playful and affectionate with family, with the typical terrier boldness. It can be stubborn and may not tolerate other dogs that challenge it.
Oefening
About an hour of activity a day suits it, including brisk walks, play and mental work such as agility, nose work or obedience.
Versorging
The coat hardly sheds but grows continuously; brush it several times a week and plan a trim every six to eight weeks.
Opleiding
Bright and quick to learn, but easily bored and sometimes headstrong. Keep sessions short, fair and fun.
Gesondheid
Eye problems such as dry eye and eyelid issues, skin cysts and occasional hip dysplasia are reported in the breed. Ask the breeder for eye and hip results on both parents.
Gesondheidstoetse wat telers gewoonlik doen
- Heupe (HD)
- Oogondersoek
Vra die teler om jou die ouers se uitslae te wys.
Oor die ras
The Kerry Blue comes from the mountainous south-west of Ireland, where it was a working farm dog that hunted vermin, guarded the house and even helped with herding. It became popular as a show dog in the early twentieth century, and many in Ireland regard it as a national symbol.
In daily life it is a cheerful, involved companion that loves its family and enjoys games and outings. It can be bossy with other dogs and has a strong chase instinct, so early socialisation matters. The non-shedding coat is a plus for many owners but needs regular professional trimming to stay healthy and tidy.
Het jy geweet?
Kerry Blue puppies are born black and their coat gradually clears to blue-grey, usually by around 18 months of age.