Kerry blue terrier bardi mclennan named for county kerry, the irish blue may have derived from some legendary blue dogs that swam shore from a ship wrecked in tralee bay. The modern kerry blue terrier a vintage dog books breed classic kindle edition by violet e. But in county kerry the black blue colour was most prevalent, their coats were inclined to curl and the dogs. Originally bred as a farm dog in the mountainous regions of ireland, the kerry blue terrier is a stunning show dog and a giddy house pet. From mugs to jewelry to umbrellas, its a breed lovers dream.
Buy the kerry blue terrier a complete anthology of the dog on free shipping on qualified orders. Place of origin and colour of coat give the breed its name. The mini kerry blue schnauzer is a recent hybridization between the purebred kerry blue terrier and the purebred miniature schnauzer. Among the largest of akc terriers, the kerry blue terrier is famous for his.
Alfred hitchcock presents the kerry blue tv episode. Dental health for your kerry blue terrier the kerry blue. This material is being used to build the kerry blue terrier history site which will be available for viewing by anyone interested in the kerry blue terrier worldwide who has. Read more about the kerry blue terrier personality, care and history. The early origins of the kerry blue the kerry blue terrier foundation. Bardi mclennan does a good job describing the breeds history, health, grooming needs, etc. Kerry blue terrier full profile, history, and care. Kerry blue terrier dog breed information and pictures. The 1970 revised edition of the observer book of dogs states the kerry was probably descended from the gadher, an extinct type used by the ancient irish for. Kerry blue terrier a game terrier with an open coat has been in existence in the south and south western parts of ireland since the earliest settlements. Originally bred to control vermin including rats, rabbits, badgers, foxes. The origin of the kerry blue terrier is lost in the dim past.
Like the leprechaun, these joyful, fulloflife, and mischievous dogs are from ireland, and. He hails from county kerry, ireland, where he was bred to hunt small game and birds, kill. History archives the kerry blue terrier foundation. The mysterious kerry blue terrier leprechaun of the dog. The kerry blue terrier a complete anthology of the dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, outofprint antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. She has written breed books as well as books on puppy care and training.
Writing in the history books of dogs in ireland that are over a century old, mentions a harlequin terrier that sounds just like the kerry blue. Kerry blue terrier personality, history, and pictures. Originally bred to control vermin including rats, rabbits, badgers. Exactly when the kerry blue terrier was developed is up for debate, however, notes by dog enthusiasts in the 1800s mention the breed. Learn all about the kerry blue terrier dog breed history. The kerry blue terrier was first observed in the mountains of kerry in ireland, hence the name of the breed. Below you will find many books specific to the kerry blue terrier. Kerry blue terrier training guide kerry blue terrier training book includes. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the modern kerry blue terrier a vintage dog books breed classic. The kerry is one of three longlegged terrier breeds developed in ireland. Convinced his wife buried his beloved annie alive out of jealousy, he sets out to make her pay but has his blind rage made him careless. Several of the nine detailed chapters have been contributed by other well known experts on the breed. The real origin is difficult, if not impossible to determine, but it is believed that the bedlington terrier and irish wolfhound were used. Characteristics, history, care tips, and helpful information for pet owners.
As the 1920s began, kerry blue terriers were brought to north america as pets and show dogs. The unique character and appearance of the dogs no doubt contributed to the breed becoming firmly established in the united states, and it was only a short time later that the kerry blue terrier gained akc recognition in the year 1922. The blue in its name comes from the unusual slate blue color of the breeds soft, wavy coat and kerry is a tribute to the mountainous region of county kerry near lake killarney. The kerry blue terrier has dietary requirements similar to any other dogfeed a highquality, wellbalanced diet to maintain your dogs health and weight. The kerry is one of three longlegged terrier breeds developed in ireland by crofters who needed allpurpose farm dogs, capable of herding, guarding, hunting, retrieving, and vermin control. The kerry blue terrier a complete anthology of the dog. Like all things hibernian, the history of the kerry blue terrier is mixed. The modern kerry blue terrier a vintage dog books breed. The kerry blue sheds little to no hair and is odorless, even when wet. The kerry blue terrier was introduced to american and english dog shows in the 1920s and was formally recognized in 1924. Check out our full kerry blue terrier product collection. That the kerry blue terrier, or irish blue terrier, as he is called in eire, has been known for well over a hundred years. Just three decades ago the the early origins of the kerry blue read more. Addresses breed history, standard, points, breeding, rearing, management, preparation for show, and.
Sined with romance, the origins of the kerry blue terrier. Kerry blue terrier dog breed information and history. There is considerable obscurity in regard to the origin of the kerry blue terrier but there is no uncertainty that the kerry blue terrier is a striking instance of rapid improvement in terrier type, breed, character, and true canine beauty. The books eighty pages cover all aspects of the kerry blue terrier. Explore kerry blue terrier life span data with pictures, origin and history.
Donate to the charitable funds, trophy funds,kerryfest. Kerry blue terrier temperament, personality, training, behavior, pros and cons, advice, and information, by michele welton, dog trainer, behavioral consultant, author of 15 dog books. The breed became a popular farm dog in rural ireland. We encourage and promote responsible and ethical ownership and breeding of purebred kerry blue terriers. Fleitmann were showing a brace of untrimmed the early history of the kerry blue terrier in the united states of america read more. For many years the united states kerry blue terrier club and its historian has been receiving and storing interesting archival materials relating to the kerry blue terrier. This is the first book published on kerry blue terriers. Kerry blue terrier dogs kerry blue terrier dog breed info.
Book awards book club selections books by author books by series coming soon kids books new releases teens books this months. No one knows with any certainty how or when the breed was started. Kerry blue terrier information including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the akc breed standard. If you dont see the book that interests you, then feel free to use our quick book search tool below. Shipping within the united states is included in the price for all items in the store except for kerryfest items. Once groomed, the kerry blue is renowned as one of the most attractive and stunning show dogs, though it is only moderately popular as a house pet. Even though there are no set standards for hybrid dogs, many owners can predict the physical and character traits of their mini kerry blue schnauzers because both parents are very similar. If a leprechaun decided to disguise himself as a dog, chances are he would choose the kerry blue terrier. The kerry blue terrier, called the irish blue terrier in its homeland, is one of irelands nine native dog breeds.
Support your favorite kerry cause with a contribution to rescue, health. These are speculations the kerry blue is related to the irish terrier, and certainly there are connections to the soft coated wheaten terrier. The kerry blue terrier comes from the mountains of kerry in ireland. Many people consider that one of these breeds, the softcoated wheaten terrier, is an ancestor of the kerry blue terrier. With alfred hitchcock, gene evans, carmen mathews, john zaremba. I totally recommend this book to anyone considering a kerry. The kerry blue terrier also known as the irish blue terrier in ireland is one of three closely related, longlegged, allpurpose working terriers which were distilled from the great mixture of coat colors, textures and dispositions that were found throughout the irish countryside over the last few centuries. The story is that a blue dog swam ashore from a shipwreck and bred with the wheaten terriers. Like many other breeds, some kerry blues suffer from allergies, so be sure to choose a formula that is free of fillers and features a quality source of animal protein. The kerry is the national terrier of ireland, where it is known as the irish blue terrier.
Probably this much can definitely be accepted as fact. The first literary reference to probably the kerry blue dates to 1847, when the author describes a dog that is bluish slate in colour, marked with darker blotches and patches, and often with black about the legs and muzzle. The kerry blue was used to cull rats, and was adept in hunting in rivers to kill otter. We also know they were first entered as a breed at a dog show in ireland sometime around 1916. And if you decide that the kerry is the not right terrier for you, she has written many other great terrier books worth checking into. The kerry blue terrier was recognized by the united kennel club in 1948. The early origins of the kerry blue the kerry blue. Sined with romance, the origins of the kerry blue terrier befit this distinctive terrier. Kerry blue terrier dog breed information, pictures.
The kerry blue terrier is the quintessential working dog. Their colour ranged from wheaten in all shades to that of bright red 1. Kerry blue terrier dog breed facts and information wag. He is the first dog to win the triple crown of dog shows, having also won the 2002 akceukanuba national invitational. Though likely a myth it does appear that the breed might be related to a portuguese water dog. From that time, the more shows they entered, the more they became known. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Whatever their origin, kerry blue terriers are great allpurpose dogs that are up for anything. You may click on any of the book titles in order to view more detailed information on the specific book selected. This paragraph, written by bennelson in 1808, purports that the antiquity of the irish blue terrier dates far beyond the meager modern history of this truly irish breed. The kerry blue terrier originated in the 1700s and is native of county kerry, ireland, from which the name kerry derived, along with blue, for the color of the coat. The mysterious kerry blue terrierleprechaun of the dog world. Commencing with the origins and history of the breed, it moves on to discuss buying, breeding, feeding and showing, amongst many other topics.
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