Smooth Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Kerry Blue Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Smooth Fox Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Kerry Blue Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful

Affectionate
Gentle
Spirited
Intelligent
Alert
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Smooth Fox Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Kerry Blue Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Smooth Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Kerry Blue Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

England

Ireland

terrier

portuguese water dog, spanish blue dog, irish wolfhound, irish terrier

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1922 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
White
Black
Cream

Gray
Blue

Smooth Fox Terriers have short coats.

Kerry Blue Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

A Smooth Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Kerry Blue Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip Dysplasia
PNA
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataract
Spiculosis
Narrow Palpebral Fissure Distichiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Smooth Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Kerry Blue Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Smooth Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Kerry Blue Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Kerry Blue Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Smooth Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Kerry Blue Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Smooth Fox Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Playing, Sleeping, Watching tv, Hanging out, Petting a, Chatting

Hike, Fun training, Long walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Kerry Blue Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Smooth Fox Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Kerry Blue Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Smooth Fox Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Kerry Blue Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Smooth Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Kerry Blue Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Smooth Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Kerry Blue Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Smooth Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Kerry Blue Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Kerry Blue Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Smooth Fox Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Kerry Blue Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Smooth Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Kerry Blue Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.