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EnglishIrish Terrier
Irish Terrier, Irish Red Terrier
The Irish Terrier is an active, brave and cheerful breed with a red wiry coat, good watchdog instinct and strong family attachment.
Breed characteristics
About the breed
The Irish Terrier should be chosen consciously. A future owner should consider origin, temperament, working qualities, activity level and lifestyle needs.
Breed history
The Irish Terrier is considered one of the oldest terrier breeds. In Ireland it was valued as a versatile helper: companion, watchdog, vermin hunter and brave working dog.
Appearance and features
It is a lean, sturdy and athletic medium-sized dog with a long neck, bearded muzzle, folded ears and wiry red or wheaten coat.
Temperament
The Irish Terrier is open, cheerful and friendly with its family, often good with children. It is also brave, independent and may be wary of other dogs.
Training
Training needs consistency, clear rules without harshness and active lessons. Repetitive sessions become boring quickly.
Care and lifestyle
The wiry coat is brushed about weekly; ears, eyes and nails need regular care. Long walks and games are important.
Health
The breed is generally hardy but skin reactions, ear, thyroid, eye, joint and dental issues may occur.
Best suited for
Best for active owners wanting a brave, sociable and lively terrier with watchdog qualities.
Temperament and behavior
The Irish Terrier is open, cheerful and friendly with its family, often good with children. It is also brave, independent and may be wary of other dogs.
In daily life, temperament shows in reactions to family members, children, guests and other animals. Even a friendly breed needs early socialization, clear rules and calm guidance.
With enough exercise and regular training, the dog becomes easier to manage, more confident and more comfortable as a companion.
Care and keeping
The wiry coat is brushed about weekly; ears, eyes and nails need regular care. Long walks and games are important.
Daily routine
The dog benefits from a stable feeding schedule, age-appropriate walks, weight control and regular checks of ears, eyes, teeth, nails and paws.
Grooming
Brushing frequency depends on coat type. After active walks, check skin, paws and coat, especially after rain, tall grass, forest paths or intensive activity.