Irish Terrier’s country of Origin : Ireland
Irish Terrier’s Original function: This dog breed has had various function, from independent hunter used for small game, to guard dog and vermin destroyer on farms.
This dog breed is kept predominantly as a companion dog by people who like its high-spirited character and natural appearance.Irish Terriers are used in various type of dog sports on a small scale and can do quite well but only with a handler who knows a lot about dog training and behavior.

Irish Terrier  dog appearance

Irish Terrier  dog body
Irish Terrier  are dogs with a powerful build that are never cobby, but show a “racy” outline. The body is moderately long. The straight, strong back should not display any slackness behind the shoulders. The slightly arched lions are broad and powerful. The tail is set quite high and is carried gaily, but not over the back or curled. it is customarily docked in countries where that is permitted. Irish Terrier’s chest is deep, but not wide and must not protrude. The ribs are nicely sprung and deep rather than rounded. The ribcage is well developed. The shoulders are sloping, dry and long. The straight legs are moderately long. The Irish Terrier’s elbows should be free from the body. The stifles are moderately angulated and the hocks are well let down.Irish Terrier have fairly round, strong and moderately small feet. The Irish Terrier’s neck is dry, fairly long and is carried well.

Irish Terrier dog head
The narrow head is long and dry with a flat skull. The Irish Terrier’s lips are close fitting and not pendulous. The ears are small and V-shaped. They are dropping forward, close to the cheeks. The small eyes should not be prominent and they have lively, fiery expressions.

Irish Terrier dog weight and shoulder height
Irish Terrier ideal weight for male is 26 1/2 lb ( 12kg ) and for bitches 24 1/2 lb ( 11 kg )
The shoulder height approx 18 – 19 inc ( 46 – 50 cm )

Irish Terrier dog coat and colors
The upper coat is very harsh ( as hard as wire ) while the under coat is softer and finer in texture. The coat should not be long as to hide the out-line of the body and should certainly not curl or grow in tufts.The hair on the rest of the head, legs and ears is shorter than on the rest of the body. A slight beard that must not be too long is characteristic feature of the breed.
The coat is solid yellow red, wheatern or pale red. Small white markings on the chest are acceptable, but white markings on the feet are desirable.The eyes are dark hazel.

Irish Terrier dog temperament

Irish Terrier dog Character
These Irish Terrier dogs are called “Daredevils” in their country of origin. Smart, high-spirited and very courageous, these dogs are not afraid of anything and have a vigilant and protective disposition.This means that the dog does not merely bark when it sense danger, but also that it does not shrink from intervening when it feels actions is required. Irish Terriers are not friends to everyone. They from a very close bond with their own people and are extremely affectionate and even gentrle towards them. The regard it as punishment if the are left on their own for any length of time. They are playful, untiring when playing or working and are pretty intelligent. As a rule, the females of this dog breed are calmer and more compliant.

Irish Terrier dog social behavior
This distinctive breed tends to be aggressive towards other dogs, particularly the males.Such behavior can be controlled to some extent with good training and proper socialization, but can never be completely stopped. Teach the young Irish Terrier puppy that you disapprove when it chase cats and other pets. A Irish Terrier puppy that has been introduced to a calm household cat will be able to live in harmony with it. These type of dogs are friendly and often very good-natured and tolerant towards children. They will protect and defend their property and their people against intruders, but are not suspicious towards strangers.

Irish Terrier general dog care

Irish Terrier dog grooming
An Irish Terrier that is kept as pet should be taken to a trimming parlor about twice a year. The old hair should then be had plucked from the coat, to allow the new hair to grow through. Apart from that, the dog should be groomed once or twice a week with a soft slicker brush. The coat care of show-dogs will be more time-consuming. Because these dogs should always look their best, their coats are plucked and neatly trimmed more frequently. Also make sure you clip and obviously keep the claws short.

Irish Terrier dog training

This high-spirited breed needs a handler that exudes authority. An Irish Terrier should be trained very consistently and firmly, but also sensitively and lovingly. When this dog is in a good mood it can learn anything and it enjoys working for its master. Keep the training varied so that the dogs attention will not waver.

Irish Terrier dog exercise
The Irish Terrier has traditionally been a tireless working dog and modern specimens also need a fair amount of exercise. Take your dog out regularly. If you have a good relationship with your pet, then it will not wander very far. However, in-view of its hunting instinct it is good idea to teach the dog to return promptly when called. Every Irish Terrier loves a ball game in the yard or likes to frolic in the countryside. A dog that is well exercised will be calm in the house.

Other Long-Legged Terrier Dog Group :

• Fox Terrier
• Welsh Terrier
• Airedale Terrie
• Border Terrier
• Bedlington Terrier
• German Hunt Terrier
• Manchester Terrier
• Scottish Terrier
• West Highland White Terrier