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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Daredevil or Irish Blue Terrier or Toto Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Terrier Kerry Blue Terrier Cairn Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Daredevil
Irish Red Terrier
Irish Blue Terrier
Kerry
Toto Dog
Cairn
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight comparison:
25-27 pounds (11-12 kg) 33-40 pounds (15-18 kg) Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
26 pounds (11.5 kg) 36.5 pounds (16.5 kg) Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier height comparison:
18 inches (43 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18 inches (43 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$600 $700-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier trainability comparison.
Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier social needs comparison:
Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Irish Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Cairn Terrier indoors.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Irish Terrier 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.
Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Irish 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.
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.
Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Irish Terrier 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.
Frequent
The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Terrier, Kerry Blue Terrier and Cairn Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier energy level comparison:
Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
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. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier coat comparison:
Wiry
Straight
Curly Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Irish Terrier, Kerry Blue Terrier and Cairn Terrier color?
Red
Wheaten
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?

Medium

The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
Yes
Irish Terrier 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.
Yes
Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?

Not really

Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Irish Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier and Cairn Terrier have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-10 puppies

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

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