This dog harmoniously combines obedience, pride and nobility. If at first glance this dog seems to be simple, this impression is deceptive and does not correspond to reality. In Ireland, they deserved the fame of notorious fighters. In the ring they feel great and rightly got the nickname "redhead devil". Their ancestors boldly rushed to the enemy, they died, but never left the battlefield without a fight. Is it worthwhile to get such a wayward pet at home?
History of the breed Irish Terrier
According to the main version, these dogs are descendants of black-taned coarse-wool terriers. They used them for hunting various rodents. Until 1880, the color of dogs of this breed was not yet fully formed. Among the Irish Terriers it was possible to meet then black and tan or variegated. But the breeders stopped at the red color, having approved in 1879 a single standard. In 1879, a club was created in Dublin for fans of this breed and red handsome men began to appear at exhibitions. The ancestors of the breed are the dogs of Killeny Boy and the bitch Erin. The result of their mating was a whole family of famous champions. Over time, they stopped cutting their ears, and the weight was increased by three pounds. In the First World these smart dogs were used in the British army. There they deserved the glory of good postmen, which was in 1918, the year estimated by the government. This breed was awarded the medal "For nobility and fearlessness".
Irish Terrier - description of the breed
The body structure of this dog is harmonious. They have a narrow long head, with a flat skull between the ears. This breed is quite large - the height at the withers is 46-50 cm. It can impress an thief. The color of the coat is bright red, golden or wheat, but the ears are always somewhat darker. The beard of the Irish is disheveled, as it is not smooth. On strong and sinewy legs they stand straight. Their very appearance indicates that these dogs can run for a long time. When these dogs are happy, they open their teeth in their unmatched smiles. The mimicry of these creatures tells us about their high intelligence. Irish Terrier puppies are sometimes born black, but with age they are all repainted in red. The tail is docked about a quarter, and all covered with stiff hair. When assessing a dog, its weight plays a big role. With a height at the withers of 46 cm, it should be 12.5 kg for a male and 11.5 kg for a female. The Irish Terrier dog is resistant to diseases and the average life expectancy is 13 years.
Irish Terrier - Character
They can adapt perfectly. He likes to play various games, even in those that are not typical of most dogs. Calm and modest at home, he can sometimes be strict. We must not forget that it was not for nothing that they deserved the glory of "daredevils" in their homeland. There are also dogs, which have a changeable and explosive nature, which must be treated with caution. They like to fight, they are almost always hostile to a rival of the same sex (especially this applies to males).