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Irish Terrier
This loyal and spirited dog is full of terrier attitude and spunk.
Height: 18 to 20 inches at shoulder
Weight: 25 to 27 pounds
Coat: dense and wiry
Life span: 12 to 16 years
Breed Group: Terriers
The Irish Terrier was once described as the "poor man's sentinel, the farmer's friend, and the gentleman's favorite." Rugged and stouthearted, he has the advantages of a convenient size, versatile abilities as a companion, watchdog, and vermin dispatcher, and high trainability.
Irish Terrier profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Apartment appropriate
  
  
  
  
  
Dog friendly
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Ease of training
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Playfulness
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Potential for weight gain
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Energy level
  
  
  
  
  
General health
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners