Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Inquisitive
Selfish
Fearless
Watchful
Companionable
Spirited

Affectionate
Gentle
Spirited
Intelligent
Alert
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Avoid Sniffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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.

Brussels Griffon and Miniature Schnauzer

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Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Silver
Red
Gray
Black

Gray
Blue

Wiry

Wavy

A Sniffon can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Portosystemic Shunt
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Hip Dysplasia
PNA
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Hyperlipoproteinemia
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Pancreatitis
Syringomyelia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Atopy
Urolithiasis

Cataract
Spiculosis
Narrow Palpebral Fissure Distichiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Sniffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Sniffons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Sniffons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Sniffons 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sniffon, it's at least 7 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.

Sniffon 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Sniffon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Kerry Blue Terrier feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Sniffon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Kerry Blue Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sniffon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Kerry Blue Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Sniffons 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Kerry Blue Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Sniffon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Sniffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Sniffons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Sniffons are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Kerry Blue Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Sniffons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Sniffons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Kerry Blue Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.