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Irish Terrier Dog Breed

The Irish Terrier, “Daredevil” of the Emerald Isle, is a bold, dashing, and courageous terrier of medium size. Known for his fiery red coat and a temperament to match, the Irish Terrier is stouthearted at work and tenderhearted at home.

latest articles

Photo of a mana and woman on grey background, holding Irish Terrier puppies.

Conformation

Take a Look at the Irish Terrier Type

Understanding the Irish Terrier’s type: examining the essential traits, history, and the trademark “D’hurty look” for correct breed type.

July 11, 2024

Eduardo Fugiwara

Breeder Interviews

Eduardo Fugiwara | Rockledge Irish Terriers

Eduardo Fugiwara is the co-breeder of Rockledge Irish Terriers. Read about the beginnings, puppies, and much more!

September 22, 2023

Owner Handlers Elena and Joe Metz with their Irish Terrier dog

Irish Terrier Dog Breed

Interview with Owner Handlers: Elena & Joe Metz

Insights from Owner Handlers: Elena & Joe Metz. Read about their opinions on various topics about dog handling in the modern show ring.

December 27, 2022

Mechele Thacker's Irish Terrier lying on grass

Breeder Interviews

Mechele Thacker | MyTime Irish Terriers

Mechele Thacker is the breeder behind MyTime Irish Terriers. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, dogs, puppies, photos and more!

October 14, 2022

Irish terrier puppy playing outside

Breeder Interviews

Ceallach Irish Terriers | Kelly Edwards

Kelly Edwards is the breeder behind Ceallach Irish Terriers. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, dogs, puppies, photos and more!

October 8, 2022

Linda Honey | Rockledge Irish Terriers

Breeder Interviews

Linda Honey | Rockledge Irish Terriers

Linda Honey is the breeder behind Rockledge Irish Terriers. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, champions dogs, puppies, photos & more!

September 16, 2022

Irish Terrier Origins

Breed History

Irish Terrier Origins

Irish Terrier Origins – The existence for centuries of an Irish sporting Terrier is referenced in ancient manuscripts archived in Dublin

June 1, 2022

latest articles

Photo of a mana and woman on grey background, holding Irish Terrier puppies.

Conformation

Take a Look at the Irish Terrier Type

Understanding the Irish Terrier’s type: examining the essential traits, history, and the trademark “D’hurty look” for correct breed type.

July 11, 2024

Eduardo Fugiwara

Breeder Interviews

Eduardo Fugiwara | Rockledge Irish Terriers

Eduardo Fugiwara is the co-breeder of Rockledge Irish Terriers. Read about the beginnings, puppies, and much more!

September 22, 2023

Owner Handlers Elena and Joe Metz with their Irish Terrier dog

Irish Terrier Dog Breed

Interview with Owner Handlers: Elena & Joe Metz

Insights from Owner Handlers: Elena & Joe Metz. Read about their opinions on various topics about dog handling in the modern show ring.

December 27, 2022

Mechele Thacker's Irish Terrier lying on grass

Breeder Interviews

Mechele Thacker | MyTime Irish Terriers

Mechele Thacker is the breeder behind MyTime Irish Terriers. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, dogs, puppies, photos and more!

October 14, 2022

Irish terrier puppy playing outside

Breeder Interviews

Ceallach Irish Terriers | Kelly Edwards

Kelly Edwards is the breeder behind Ceallach Irish Terriers. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, dogs, puppies, photos and more!

October 8, 2022

Linda Honey | Rockledge Irish Terriers

Breeder Interviews

Linda Honey | Rockledge Irish Terriers

Linda Honey is the breeder behind Rockledge Irish Terriers. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, champions dogs, puppies, photos & more!

September 16, 2022

Irish Terrier Origins

Breed History

Irish Terrier Origins

Irish Terrier Origins – The existence for centuries of an Irish sporting Terrier is referenced in ancient manuscripts archived in Dublin

June 1, 2022

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