Can Kerry Blue Terriers Be Guard Dogs?

Looking to get a Kerry Blue Terrier puppy and need to know whether a Kerry Blue Terrier can be a good watch dog or if Kerry Blue Terrier Dogs are protective of their owners?

According to our chart, Kerry Blue Terrier Dogs score out of 5 in the scale of breeds that are considered the best guard dogs.


Can Kerry Blue Terriers Be Guard Dogs?

Can Kerry Blue Terriers Be A Watch Dog?

    Great Watchdog Ability: This dog will bark and alert its owners when an intruder is present. It exhibits very protective behavior, acts fearless toward any aggressor, and will do what it takes to guard and protect its family.

    Training a Kerry Blue Terrier To Be a Watch Dog

    Lots of people get a pet dog because they want extra security around their houses. A guard dog, or a dog that will actually stop an intruder, usually takes unique breeding and training, but there are many dogs that are outstanding watch dogs.

    A watch dog just simply alerts their owner to someone approaching their property. Even though your dog isn't a police dog, most barking dogs will discourage an intruder even if they aren't large. Most guard dogs also make great watch dogs, but not all watch dogs make great guard dogs.

    Top 5 Best Guard Dogs

    1. Doberman Pinscher - The Doberman Pinscher is German breed initially used for protecting, police and military work. They are huge, strong dogs that will alarm their owners to doubtful activity and can make great guard dogs as well.

    2. Cairn Terrier - Although small, the Cairn Terrier is intense. They are strong-willed, feisty little terriers that are very watchful of their surroundings and will alert their owners to any novel activity in no time. Due to this, they make outstanding watch dogs.

    3. Rottweiler - The Rottweiler is a large German guard dog breed that is greatly loyal to its family but wary of strangers. However, they are not a great choice for novice pet dog owners.

    4. German Shepherd - They are superb guard dogs that will notify their owners of any strangers just a little too close to their homes.

    5. Akita - They will quickly signal their owners to any unusual activity. They are powerful dogs that are not well-suited for the amateur owner, but are almost unparalleled in their loyalty to their owners.

Can Kerry Blue Terriers Be Guard Dogs

Kerry Blue Terrier Information

This versatile breed has the build of a dog able to perform a variety of tasks, all requiring athletic ability. It can run, herd, trail, retrieve, swim and dispatch vermin — the ideal all-around farm companion. In keeping with this, it is not exaggerated in build. It is an upstanding, long-legged terrier with a short back, displaying strong bones and muscle. Its coat is soft, dense, and wavy, and of a distinctive blue-gray color.

A versatile terrier, the Kerry blue's personality is multifaceted. It can guard, hunt, herd or just be a fun-loving companion. It needs daily mental and physical activity in a safe area. It loves to run, chase, hunt, explore, play and dig. Indoors, it is well-mannered. It can be protective toward strangers yet greet verified friends with great enthusiasm. It is apt to be aggressive toward other dogs and small animals. It is clever and independent, often stubborn. Some tend to bark.

What to do if you lose your Kerry Blue Terrier

If your Kerry Blue Terrier Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Report the missing pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Visit the local vets to see if anyone has brought in your lost pet.

4. Call the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Kerry Blue Terrier

If you find a Kerry Blue Terrier Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Contact the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Shelter assigned to your area.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet who usually scan the animal’s microchip and contact the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must call your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.