Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Cirneco or Irish Blue Terrier?

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Name	Cirneco dell’Etna	Kerry Blue Terrier
Origins	Italy	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cirneco	Irish Blue Terrier Kerry
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cirneco dell’Etna and a Kerry Blue Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cirneco dell’Etna and a Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 22–26 pounds (10–12 kg), Female: 18–22 pounds (8–10 kg)	33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 20 pounds (9 kg)	36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier? Is a Cirneco dell’Etna taller than a Kerry Blue Terrier?	Male: 18–20 inch (46–52 cm), Female: 17–20 inch (42–50 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inch (49 cm), Female: 18.5 inch (46 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cirneco dell’Etna and a Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Frequent: The Cirneco dell’Etna is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cirneco dell’Etna and a Kerry Blue Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Affectionate Lively Gentle	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Spirited
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Sensitive: Cirneco dell’Etna dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Average to High: Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier social needs comparison:	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Cirneco dell’Etna rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Cirneco dell’Etnas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Cirneco dell’Etna breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Cirneco dell’Etna has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cirneco dell’Etna bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cirneco dell’Etna: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Cirneco dell’Etna and a Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	Cirneco dell’Etnas tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Frequent The Cirneco dell’Etna should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Cirneco dell’Etna has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare breed colors.	Chestnut Tan	Black Gray Blue Silver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Cirneco dell’Etna doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Cirneco dell’Etna is an average drooler. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Cirneco dell’Etna has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cirneco dell’Etna and a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare fur types.	Fine	Curly
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier? Do Cirneco dell’Etna dogs shed more than Kerry Blue Terrier dogs?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are generally with other pets.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cirneco dell’Etna or Kerry Blue Terrier? Can a Cirneco dell’Etna and a Kerry Blue Terrier be friends? Do Cirneco dell’Etna dogs get along with Kerry Blue Terrier dogs?	Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Yes Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cirneco dell’Etna is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cirneco dell’Etnas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Cirneco dell’Etna breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Cirneco dell’Etna or a Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Cirneco dell’Etna vs Kerry Blue Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Cirneco dell’Etna and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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