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Breed: |
Irish Terrier |
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Origin: |
Ireland Irish Terrier is possibly the oldest of the Irish Terrier breeds but records are so scarce that it would be difficult to prove this conclusively. The Irish Terrier was the first member of the terrier group to be recognized by the English Kennel Club in the late 19th century as a native Irish Breed. The first breed club was set up in Dublin on March 31st 1879. |
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Group: |
FCI Group 3 |
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Usage: |
His primary usage : hunting on small deer and rodents, guardian. Today his is still being used for hunting and in sports, like agility, flyball,... |
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Life expectancy: |
From 13 to 15 years. |
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Looks: |
Simmetric build, athletic figure, dark eyes and black snout, thick, fringed coat. The tail should be set on rather high, carried gaily, but not over the back or curled. He radiates fieriness and temperament. It is a medium-sized dog. |
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Color: |
Equally coloured throughout his entire body. Should be whole colored: bright red, golden red, red wheaten, or wheaten. |
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Coat: |
Should be dense and wiry in texture, rich in quality, having a broken appearance, but still lying fairly close to the body. |
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Maintenance: |
Unpretentious. |
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Height: |
The height at the shoulder should be approximately 18 inches. |
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Weight: |
The most desirable weight in show condition is 27 pounds (12.2 kg) for the dog and 25 pounds (11.3 kg) for the bitch. Weight is not the last word in judgement. |
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Temperament: |
The temperament of the Irish Terrier reflects his early background: he was family pet, guard dog, and hunter. He is good tempered, spirited and game. He is most affectionate, and absolutely loyal to mankind. But once he is attacked, he has the courage of a lion and will fight to the bitter end. |
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Cleverness: |
Very intelligent and clever. |
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Training ability: |
Irish Terriers are naturally intelligent but strong-willed, and do have a mind of their own! It is highly recommended that puppies be enrolled in obedience classes. But they are easily bored with repetition! Training is lifelong with an Irish Terrier! |
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Relation towards kids? |
Irish Terriers love children. |
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Relation towards other animals? |
Adult male Irish Terriers rarely get along
with others of the same sex. They like to show their
dominancy. Females are easier to handle. |
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Relation towards strangers? |
Very friendly towards all people, even to strangers. |
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Is this breed appropriate for the beginners? |
If you want a perfectly behaved, couch potato type of dog, an Irish Terrier is not for you! If you presently have an Alpha dog who is unwilling to step down in rank, an Irish Terrier is not for you. They want to be THE Top Dog! They are not called "red devil" or "dare devil" for nothing. For the beginners, I would recommend a female, because they are easier to handle. |
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Character: |
Temperamental, intelligent, fearless, playfull, persistent, he loves people and children. |
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Domestic environment: |
Appartement, house; they are happiest when living in the home and are accepted as a family member, rather than being a full time yard dog. |
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Potential problems with health: |
They are one of the healthiest of all purebred dogs. |
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Advice: |
When contemplating the purchase of a puppy, it's very important to first research the breeder! A large percentage of breeders are willing to help new owners with hands-on training, regarding ear setting, grooming, or whatever. Reputable breeders are interested in placing their puppies in quality, loving, stable homes, among other things. |
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Breeders in foreign countries: |
Croatia: Phone: +381 1 3775 438 GSM: +385 98 412 886 E-mail: bestcolour@hotmail.com Web page: http://www.allsystems.info
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