Kerry Blue Terrier. BREED TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS FCI standard 003 Breed group 3 - TERRIERS Breed section 1A - LARGE AND MEDIUM SIZE TERRIERS Origin Ireland Size Small or medium Longevity 12-15 years Average litter size 4-8 puppies Temperament Affectionate, alert, kind, loyal, strong-willed, intelligent, lively Height Male: 46-51 cm / 18-19.5 inches Female: 44-48 cm / 17.5-19 inches Weight 15-18 kg / 33-40 pounds Colors Black, Blue, Silver, Grey Adaptability The Kerry Blue Terrier is an adaptable and calm dog, but they do need plenty of time with family and exercise. They are resistant to most weather conditions. Adaptability to apartment living An apartment-dwelling Kerry Blue Terrier needs at least three walks a day. Tendency to bark Frequent Relationship with children The Kerry Blue Terrier is typically good-natured with people of all ages, including children. Relationship with cats The best way to ensure that this dog gets along with cats or small mammals is to raise it with them. Relationship with dogs The Kerry Blue Terrier is grumpy, even aggressive, with other dogs, although through socialization and training this tendency can be minimized. Openness to strangers -. Watch ability The Kerry Blue Terrier is a good watchdog, ready to warn his family of intruders. Its bark is quite intimidating. Exercise needs The Kerry Blue Terrier has always been used as a working dog. Today, although it hardly ever fulfills this task, it keeps its energy levels high and can be an excellent jogging, hiking, and cycling companion. Trainability -. Grooming High maintenance. This dog needs to be brushed daily and shampooed every four to six weeks. Intelligence Intelligent and courageous, these dogs have become much loved as pets in part because of their intelligence and devotion to their family. Playfulness -. Health problems Hypoallergenic: Yes. Kerry Blue Terriers are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they are prone to certain health conditions. The most frequent are: hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism and von Willebrand disease. PRODUCTS MAINTENANCE • CRISTAL CLEAN SHAMPOO: specially formulated to remove the yellow tone of the white coat of dogs and cats. ml 500 – 1.000 – 3.000 • BANANA CONDITIONER (traditional / traditional plus): it is an emollient product which gives softness and shine to the coat of medium-haired animals. It has restructuring properties that make rough coats soft and easy to comb. ml 500 - 1.000 - 3.000 / 300 - 1.000 - 5.000 + PEK CONDITIONER: its formula untangles severely knotted hair, adding elasticity and softness and restoring the hydrolipidic balance of both skin and coat. ml 250 – 1.000 – 5.000 SHEDDING SEASON TREATMENT • MINERAL H SHAMPOO: anti-hair loss adjuvant with placenta extract, for dogs and cats - This shampoo is indicated for dogs with hair loss, dandruff, and dull coat. It performs a delicate cleansing action which helps to fortify the hair, preventing it from falling out and promoting its regrowth. ml 250 – 3.000 • CAVIAR GREEN CONDITIONER: conditioning cream rich in Caulerpa Lentillifera extract and Vitamin F, which softens and hydrates the coat, making hair strong and vital. ml 300 – 1.000 – 3.000 + PEK CONDITIONER: (see above) + K101- AVOCADO OIL REMOVER: it removes dullness from dry coats, improving hydration and easy combing, thus preventing knots from forming. 500 ml