Irish Terrier
General Information - Irish Terrier
Group:
Terrier
Size:
medium
Lifespan:
12-15 years
Exercise:
moderate
Grooming:
high
Trainability:
hard
Watchdog ability:
very high
Protection ability:
high
Area of Origin:
Ireland
Date of Origin:
1700s
Other Names:
Irish Red Terrier
Original Function:
Hunting fox, otter,
and other vermin