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Name	Jagdterrier	Kerry Blue Terrier	Irish Terrier
Origins	Germany	Ireland	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	531	129	114
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier breeds.	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier	Irish Blue Terrier Kerry	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)	33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21 pounds (9.5 kg)	36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier? Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier height comparison:	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$300-$500	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Courageous Intelligent Reliable Sociable Strong Willed Adaptable	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Spirited	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Jagdterrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Irish Terrier indoors.
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Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Jagdterrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Irish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jagdterrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:	Primary Lens Luxation	No data available	No data available

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Jagdterrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jagdterrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Jagdterrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which needs most food?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. What colors are available?	Black Tan Yellow	Black Gray Blue Silver	Red Wheaten
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which drools least?	The Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry Smooth	Curly	Wiry Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier? Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Jagdterrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jagdterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jagdterrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Yes Jagdterrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jagdterrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Jagdterrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has most puppies?	3-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Jagdterrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Jagdterrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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