Breed Comparison: German Pinscher Versus Kerry Blue Terrier

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German Pinscher Versus Kerry Blue Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the German Pinscher and for the Kerry Blue Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the German Pinscher or the Kerry Blue Terrier.

German Pinscher versus Kerry Blue Terrier: Overview

Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are similar in size. The German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the German Pinscher belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Kerry Blue Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

German Pinscher versus Kerry Blue Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Pinscher to the Kerry Blue Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier

Factor German Pinscher Kerry Blue Terrier
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Height 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Weight 25 to 45 pounds 33 to 40 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2040 $1980
Price Range $1150 – $2688 $2000 – $2000
Temperament Score 91.9 percent 73.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Eye Examination
  • Factor XI Deficiency
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 135 128

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Pinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Kerry Blue Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the German Pinscher is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kerry Blue Terrier is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kerry Blue Terrier is not better or worse than the German Pinscher. So, you can get the Kerry Blue Terrier or the German Pinscher!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier

    Below is a list of where the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are most different:

  • German Pinschers are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Kerry Blue Terriers are very friendly towards strangers.
  • German Pinschers are very easy to groom. However, Kerry Blue Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier

    The German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Kerry Blue Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier.

    German Pinschers weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. German Pinschers are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kerry Blue Terriers weigh 33 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Kerry Blue Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Kerry Blue Terrier

    The lifespan of German Pinschers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Pinschers is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Kerry Blue Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Kerry Blue Terriers live longer than German Pinschers.

    Temperament of the Kerry Blue Terrier Versus the German Pinscher

    The German Pinscher has a better temperament than the Kerry Blue Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the German Pinscher is 91.9 percent while the temperament score for the Kerry Blue Terrier is 73.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 91.9 percent, the German Pinscher has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 73.5 percent, the Kerry Blue Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 37 German Pinschers and 49 Kerry Blue Terriers.

    Price of German Pinscher versus Price of Kerry Blue Terrier

    The average price of the German Pinscher puppy is $2040. The price of the German Pinscher typically ranges from $1150 – $2688. However, the price of a German Pinscher can be as low as $500 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 10 German Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Kerry Blue Terrier puppy is $1980. The price of the Kerry Blue Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $2000. However, the price of the Kerry Blue Terrier can be as low as $1400 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 9 Kerry Blue Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The German Pinscher is more expensive than the Kerry Blue Terrier.

    German Pinscher Kerry Blue Terrier
    Average Price $2040 $1980
    Price Range $1150 to $2688 $2000 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the German Pinscher and Kerry Blue Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many German Pinscher puppies or how many Kerry Blue Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of German Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of German Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers?

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the German Pinscher puppy or the Kerry Blue Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the German Pinscher versus Adopting the Kerry Blue Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Pinschers and many Kerry Blue Terriers are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male German Pinscher named Remi that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Pinschers like Remi on pefinder.com.

    Also, like German Pinschers, Kerry Blue Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Blue is a Male Kerry Blue Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Kerry Blue Terriers like Blue that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Skeeter is the name of another German Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more German Pinschers and Kerry Blue Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of German Pinscher versus Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Kerry Blue Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the German Pinscher. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Kerry Blue Terrier is 128 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the German Pinscher is 135 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of German Pinscher

    Popularity of German Pinscher

    Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Year German Pinscher Popularity Rank Kerry Blue Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 130 126
    2014 141 128
    2015 138 124
    2016 146 127
    2017 136 129
    2018 134 129
    2019 123 133
    2020 139 133

    Health Problems of German Pinscher versus Health Problems of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Kerry Blue Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the German Pinscher.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Kerry Blue Terrier than for the German Pinscher.

    4 health tests are recommended for German Pinscher while 6 tests are recommended for the Kerry Blue Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Pinschers and in Kerry Blue Terriers.

    German Pinscher Health Problems

    German Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Pinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a German Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Pinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen German Pinschers for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Pinschers here.

    Kerry Blue Terrier Health Problems

    Kerry Blue Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Kerry Blue Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Kerry Blue Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Kerry Blue Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Kerry Blue Terriers for:

  • Clear By Parentage
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Eye Examination
  • Factor XI Deficiency
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Kerry Blue Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in German Pinschers and Kerry Blue Terriers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the German Pinscher Breed is Advanced Cardiac problems.

    This is because the German Pinscher ranks 11 out of 71 dog breeds for Advanced Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 77 German Pinschers, 2 of them had Advanced Cardiac problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in German Pinschers, and how common these diseases are in German Pinschers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 11 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 15 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 56 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 95 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 110 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 196 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Kerry Blue Terrier Breed is Von Willebrands problems.

    This is because the Kerry Blue Terrier ranks 2 out of 15 dog breeds for Von Willebrands problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 122 Kerry Blue Terriers, 3 of them had Von Willebrands problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Kerry Blue Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Kerry Blue Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Von Willebrands problems: Rank 2 out of 15 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 22 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 51 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 98 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 102 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 158 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in German Pinscher and in Kerry Blue Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier:

    Disease German Pinscher Rank Kerry Blue Terrier Rank
    Advanced Cardiac problems 11 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 15 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 56 out of 115 dog breeds 102 out of 115 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 95 out of 144 dog breeds 51 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 110 out of 182 dog breeds 98 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 196 out of 198 dog breeds 158 out of 198 dog breeds
    Von Willebrands problems Not Common 2 out of 15 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems Not Common 22 out of 70 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Kerry Blue Terrier

    German Pinschers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Kerry Blue Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do German Pinschers shed more than Kerry Blue Terriers?

    German Pinschers shed moderately.

    Kerry Blue Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Kerry Blue Terrier

    German Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kerry Blue Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Kerry Blue Terrier?

    German Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Kerry Blue Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kerry Blue Terrier?

    German Pinschers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Kerry Blue Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Kerry Blue Terriers?

    German Pinschers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Kerry Blue Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Pinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Kerry Blue Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Kerry Blue Terrier

    German Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Kerry Blue Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

    Kerry Blue Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Kerry Blue Terrier?

    German Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Kerry Blue Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Kerry Blue Terriers?

    German Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kerry Blue Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are German Pinschers and Kerry Blue Terriers?

    German Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Kerry Blue Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Kerry Blue Terrier?

    German Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Kerry Blue Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the German Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Kerry Blue Terrier?

    German Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Kerry Blue Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Pinscher or the Kerry Blue Terrier?

    German Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Kerry Blue Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Pinscher that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the German Pinscher:

  • Australian Kelpie (79 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Australian Kelpie.
  • Belgian Malinois (80 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Belgian Malinois.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (83 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Mudi (79 percent match with German Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Mudi.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kerry Blue Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kerry Blue Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Kerry Blue Terrier:

  • Irish Water Spaniel (78 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the German Pinscher vs Irish Water Spaniel.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the German Pinscher vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the German Pinscher and how the Kerry Blue Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Pinscher and of the Kerry Blue Terrier to other breeds:

    German Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: German Pinscher versus Kerry Blue Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the German Pinscher and the Kerry Blue Terrier better suits you and your family.