Origin and use: County Kerry in Ireland never claimed this dog which bears it name, but it does come from the south and west of Ireland. Originally used as a hunter and herder.
Height: dog 46 to 48 cm, bitch slightly less
Weight:dog 15 to 17 kg, bitch slightly less.
Temperament: pugnacious, affectionate, very intelligent, vivacious, good humoured
Useful information: Does not shed the "high maintenance" coat which needs weekly grooming and at least a six weekly visit to a grooming parlour knowledgeable about Kerries. The eyes must be cleaned daily.
Group clubs:
Transvaal Terrier Club. PO Box 41093, Craighall, 2024
Secretary Tel. 011 880 5041
Centenary Terrier Club, PO Box 679, Sasolburg, 9570
Secretary Tel. 073 332 2523
O.F.S. Terrier Club, PO Box 32418, Fichardt park, Bloemfontein, 9317
Secretary Tel. 051 451 1821
Natal Terrier Club. 17 Ridge Road, Kloof, 3600
Secretary Tel. 031 764 1638
Cape Terrier Club. Postnet Suite No. 136, Private Bag X16, Constantia, 7848
Secretary Tel. 021 794 4952

Please note:Should you not have success with any of the above addresses click here for KUSA's address list.

Breeders:
Erindel. Mrs. M O'Caroll, Tel. 011 805 4035. (KUSA Mem. No. 010269)

Sources:
The Kennel Union of SA,
FCI Breed Standards,
Canadian Kennel Club Breed Standards,
Guide to the Dogs of the World published by Treasure Press,
The Readers Digest Illustrated Book of Dogs.