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Name	Irish Terrier	Kerry Blue Terrier	Lakeland Terrier
Origins	Ireland	Ireland	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	114	129	138
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	Irish Blue Terrier Kerry	Cumberland Terrier Fell Terrier Westmoreland Terrier Patterdale Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Which is bigger, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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 Lakeland Terrier weight comparison:	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 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: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier height comparison:	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	14½ inches (36.8 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)	14.5 inches (36.8 cm)

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

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$600	$1200-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier?	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Lakeland Terrier is easier than average to get.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier trainability comparison.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier?	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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 Lakeland Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Spirited	Independent Intelligent Confident Friendly Trainable Bold
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. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Lakeland 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: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier?	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Lakeland Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier social needs comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. 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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Lakeland Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier?	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Lakeland Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Lakeland Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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: Lakeland 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 Lakeland 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.	Lakeland 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.

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

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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 🔽 Lakeland Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Lakeland Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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.	Lakeland Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available
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 Lakeland Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Terrier, Kerry Blue Terrier and Lakeland 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	12-16 years The average lifespan of Lakeland Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lakeland Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier energy level comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Lakeland Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Straight	Curly	Wiry
Colors What are the original Irish Terrier, Kerry Blue Terrier and Lakeland Terrier color?	Red Wheaten	Black Gray Blue Silver	Black Tan Red Blue Grizzle Liver Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lakeland Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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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 Lakeland 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 Lakeland 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. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lakeland Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland 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.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier?	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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 Lakeland 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.	No Lakeland Terrier is not the best dog breed 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.	Lakeland Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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. See more.	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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Lakeland Terrier?	Not really Irish Terrier 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.	Not really Lakeland Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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 Lakeland 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Irish Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier and Lakeland Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lakeland 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 1934 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 Large and medium 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 New Zealand Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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