New Zealand Kennel Club Gazette

Kelly, making the cover of New Zealands Kennels Club Magazine


Our Irish Terrier puppy, Kelly, gets his picture on the front cover of New Zealands Kennels Club gazette.

Irish Terrier Fact Sheet



Squire

Colour: Red or shades of red.

Size: 46cm or 18” at the shoulder.

Weight: 12 to 17 kg depending on the dog’s size.

Health: Tough, hardy and free from most of the usual canine ailments through careful breedings.

Exercise: This is an energetic dog and requires regular exercise. A daily walk will keep him/her in peak condition.

Training: The Irish is a very sensible dog and is easily trained. The Irish is always full of amusing antics. They are suited to town and country life.

Cost: An 8-9 week old puppy that has been vaccinated, wormed and registered with the New Zealand Kennel Club will cost around $600-00 sometimes an older dog or puppy is availble at a lower cost.(This includes a pedigree and papers.)

Other Irish Terrier Facts


Cool Things

– They make an excellent companion, show dog, obedience or agility dog.
– They can be trained to the gun and will retrieve ducks, rabbits and other small game.

Characteristics:

– A true Terrier spirit, the Irish will make a good guard dog for the family home.
– The love to play with children who are kind to them.

History:

– The Irish Terrier was bred in Southern Ireland around 1700.
– First used as a watch dog and for vermin hunting.
– The Irish was also used as a messenger dog in WW1. It was highly prized for its bravery and courage.