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

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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or German Pinscher? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier weight comparison:
33-40 pounds (15-18 kg) 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg) 25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
36.5 pounds (16.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg) 26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) 16-19 inches (41-48 cm) 18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) 18 inches (43 cm)

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $1400-$1600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier?
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier trainability comparison.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Irish 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: Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier?
Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home.
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Irish 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?
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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German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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 vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier?
Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier?
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 German Pinscher indoors.
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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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 vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier?
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Kerry Blue Terrier, German Pinscher and Irish Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier?
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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 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? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier coat comparison:
Curly Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Wiry
Straight
Colors
What are the original Kerry Blue Terrier, German Pinscher and Irish Terrier color?
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Red
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier? Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier? Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or {name3 shedding:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish Terrier?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish 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, Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish 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: Kerry Blue Terrier or German Pinscher or Irish 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: Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier?

Not really

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

German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Irish 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

Yes

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and German Pinscher and Irish Terrier have?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Pinscher vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
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