The Irish Terrier was bred in the 18th century in Ireland and is considered one of the oldest breeds in the Terrier family today. Skillful hunters of burrowing animals, dogs of this breed served the military as messengers and search engines. And while Irish aristocrats may not have appreciated them too much, these terriers faithfully served the Irish farmer during his working days, guarded property and were loyal companions.
Characteristic
The Irish Terrier is a medium sized and well-balanced dog. He is graceful and active, and certainly has a proud and majestic look. Dogs of this breed are often called daredevils – and not surprisingly. Irish Terriers have considerable strength, they are extremely brave and are ready to go into battle with absolutely any opponent.
Character
A bold, reckless, and energetic breed, the Irish Terrier is extremely quick-witted and quick-tempered. This is a loyal dog, loyal and extremely affectionate to his family. This breed is very playful and is best suited for older homes. Irish Terriers behave aggressively towards other dogs and cannot find common language with other pets. But they are always ready to defend their family, home or territory, they make excellent guard dogs. The Irish Terrier is not recommended for an inexperienced dog breeder or for a person with a sedentary lifestyle.
Wool and care
The Irish Terrier coat consists of two layers of wool. The outer layer is very wire-like, thick and tightly attached to the body of the dog, has an uneven, broken appearance. The inner layer has a thin and soft structure. The color is solid wheaten, red wheaten, light red, golden red. Molting is minimal. The Irish Terrier needs regular brushing with a stiff bristled brush to remove dead hair. Bathe your dog only if absolutely necessary, using a mild shampoo, otherwise you can damage the protective properties of the coat. There are no special genetically predisposed diseases, although in some cases there is a tendency to hypothyroidism.
Training
The Irish Terrier has a fairly high level of intelligence, but can be intractable and does not always easily get used to keeping the house clean. It is recommended to keep the dog in a special box for the first time. Intensive early socialization and a course of general obedience are extremely important for dogs of this breed. Do not use harsh or arbitrary methods; Irish Terrier training must be conducted with firmness, fairness, consistency, respect for the dog and determination. Dogs of this breed especially excel in hunting, tracing, guarding and tracking, as well as in police and military work.
Activity
This is a very active breed that needs constant training and exercise. The Irish Terrier is very fond of all kinds of family activities, walking on a secure leash and noisy free games in a well-fenced area. Do not leave your dog alone for long periods of time, whether in a locked room or outdoors. Without constant human attention and habitual work, the Irish Terrier begins to feel lonely, his character is noticeably deteriorating, and this can refuse to be destructive for his environment. Dogs of this breed may well be kept in a city apartment, provided, of course, that you provide them with the necessary level of physical activity.
