Kerry Blue Terrier — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Kerry Blue Terrier — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Kerry Blue Terrier originates in Ireland and is classified by the FCI in Group 3 (Terriers), Section 1 (Large and medium sized Terriers).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Height at the withers is 18 to 19½ inches (45,5 to 49,5 cm) for dogs and 17½ to 19 inches (44,5 to 48 cm) for bitches.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The most desirable weight for a fully developed dog is 33 to 40 pounds (15 to 18 kg).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The correct mature coat is soft, dense and wavy, in any shade of blue-gray or gray-blue; black is permitted only up to 18 months of age.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* A black dog 18 months of age or older is disqualified.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The AKC disqualifies dogs over 20 inches or under 17½ inches, and bitches over 19½ inches or under 17 inches.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The FCI describes the temperament as terrier character throughout.