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202 GUIDE T O BREED S

GERMAN HUNTING TERRIER

THIS TIRELESS, FEARLESS, INDEPENDENT DOG ENJOYS A WORKING LIFE FCI

Height range This classic hunter is the result Small, oval,
13–16 in (33–40 cm) of Welsh and English terriers dark eyes
Weight range being crossed by four
18–22 lb (8–10 kg)
Bavarian dog breeders. The
Life span 13–15 years German Hunting Terrier is Straight,
Origin Germany happy to sleep outdoors by long back Strong neck
night and hunt all day, above
or below ground and across
all types of terrain and even
water. It needs plenty
of exercise and clear
leadership. There are two
coat types: rough-coated
and smooth-coated. Tan markings
Rough, wiry, black on chest
and tan coat
Triangular,
button ears
Rough-coated
Forefeet often
broader than
hind feet
Smooth-coated

KERRY BLUE TERRIER

A LIVELY, PLAYFUL, AND BOISTEROUS DOG WITH A BIG HEART AKC

Height range The national dog of Ireland is born black, but its coat color gradually
18–19 in (46–48 cm) changes to blue before the age of 2. A versatile farm and guard dog,
Weight range the Kerry Blue Terrier is intelligent and makes an affectionate and
33–37 lb (15–17 kg)
biddable pet as long as
Life span 14 years it is well trained and Neck runs into
Origin Ireland handled firmly. sloping shoulders

Long, lean head

Soft, wavy,
luxuriant
Dark eyes coat
with eager
expression
Beard covers
strong jaw and
black nose
Blue coat
Deep chest

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