Differences and Similarities between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu.

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Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu? 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and for the Shiba Inu. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu.

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

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shiba Inu: Overview

A very important difference between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kerry Blue Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Shiba Inu is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Shiba Inu belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kerry Blue Terrier to the Shiba Inu 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu

Factor Kerry Blue Terrier Shiba Inu
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 16 years
Height 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Weight 33 to 40 pounds 17 to 23 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1980 $2130
Price Range $2000 – $2000 $1600 – $2500
Temperament Score 73.5 percent 67.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Eye Examination
  • Factor XI Deficiency
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 128 44

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shiba Inu is a better pet than the Kerry Blue Terrier. So, you should get the Shiba Inu!

    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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu

    Below is a list of where the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu are most different:

  • Kerry Blue Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu

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

  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shiba Inu

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu.

    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.

    On the other hand, Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shiba Inu

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

    The lifespan of Shiba Inus is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiba Inus is 14.0 years.

    Shiba Inus live longer than Kerry Blue Terriers.

    Temperament of the Shiba Inu Versus the Kerry Blue Terrier

    The Kerry Blue Terrier has a better temperament than the Shiba Inu.

    This is because the temperament score for the Kerry Blue Terrier is 73.5 percent while the temperament score for the Shiba Inu is 67.9 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 73.5 percent, the Kerry Blue Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 67.9 percent, the Shiba Inu has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu by measuring the temperaments of 49 Kerry Blue Terriers and 28 Shiba Inus.

    Price of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Price of Shiba Inu

    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 a Kerry Blue Terrier can be as low as $1400 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 9 Kerry Blue Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Shiba Inu puppy is $2130. The price of the Shiba Inu typically ranges from $1600 – $2500. However, the price of the Shiba Inu can be as low as $600 and as high as $6995. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 283 Shiba Inu puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Shiba Inu is more expensive than the Kerry Blue Terrier.

    Kerry Blue Terrier Shiba Inu
    Average Price $1980 $2130
    Price Range $2000 to $2000 $1600 to $2500

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiba Inus

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiba Inus

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Kerry Blue Terrier puppy or the Shiba Inu 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 Kerry Blue Terrier versus Adopting the Shiba Inu

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Kerry Blue Terriers and many Shiba Inus 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 Kerry Blue Terrier named Blue that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Kerry Blue Terriers like Blue on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Kerry Blue Terriers, Shiba Inus are also available for adoption. For example, Chuckerson is a Male Shiba Inu that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Shiba Inus like Chuckerson that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Montie is an adorable Male Shiba Inu on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

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

    The Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Popularity of Shiba Inu

    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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Shiba Inu is more popular with dog owners than the Kerry Blue Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Shiba Inu is 44 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Kerry Blue Terrier is 128 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Popularity of Shiba Inu

    Popularity of Shiba Inu

    Year Kerry Blue Terrier Popularity Rank Shiba Inu Popularity Rank
    2013 126 46
    2014 128 47
    2015 124 45
    2016 127 44
    2017 129 45
    2018 129 44
    2019 133 45
    2020 133 43

    Health Problems of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Health Problems of Shiba Inu

    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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu.

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

    6 health tests are recommended for Kerry Blue Terrier while 3 tests are recommended for the Shiba Inu.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Kerry Blue Terriers and in Shiba Inus.

    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.

    Shiba Inu Health Problems

    Shiba Inus are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inus for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Shiba Inus here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Kerry Blue Terriers and Shiba Inus

    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
  • 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 Shiba Inu Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Shiba Inu ranks 22 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 200 Shiba Inus, 12 of them had Dentition Database problems.

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

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 22 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 31 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 53 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 91 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 141 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 170 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Kerry Blue Terrier and in Shiba Inu and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu:

    Disease Kerry Blue Terrier Rank Shiba Inu Rank
    Von Willebrands problems 2 out of 15 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 22 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 51 out of 144 dog breeds 53 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 98 out of 182 dog breeds 170 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 102 out of 115 dog breeds 91 out of 115 dog breeds
    Hips problems 158 out of 198 dog breeds 141 out of 198 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 22 out of 49 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 31 out of 145 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: Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shiba Inu

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

    Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Kerry Blue Terriers shed more than Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Shiba Inu

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

    Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Shiba Inu?

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

    Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kerry Blue Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?

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

    Shiba Inus have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Kerry Blue Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kerry Blue Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kerry Blue Terrier vs. Shiba Inu

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

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

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Shiba Inus can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Shiba Inu?

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

    Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Kerry Blue Terriers good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kerry Blue Terriers and Shiba Inus?

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

    Shiba Inus get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are very easy to train.

    Shiba Inus are not easy to train.

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiba Inu?

    Kerry Blue Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Shiba Inu?

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

    Shiba Inus are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Shiba Inu vs Irish Water Spaniel.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu:

  • Manchester Terrier (72 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (74 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Kerry Blue Terrier versus Shiba Inu. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Shiba Inu better suits you and your family.