Irish Terrier (Terrier Irlandés)
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The Irish Terrier’s first paintings, in spite of the fact, that the breed’s so ancient, are dated 1700. It was found in Cork of Ireland and named after this country. This breed is probably originated from an extinct Black-and-Tan Terrier and a bigger wheaten-coloured one.
This dog was used as a hunting, guarding, ratter, and military dog. The Irish Terrier was appreciated for its versatility and have served as a laborious farm dog for many centuries. This dog was famed for its resoluteness and determination in pursuit of the quarry as well as for its almost imprudent bravery in fighting such dangerous creatures as foxes. Apart from this predator, it was also utilised in hunting rats, rabbits, otters and badgers. The vast majority of these dogs combined the role of a hard worker with the life of a gentle and faithful companion animal.
Initially the Irish Terrier entered the conformation ring under its present name in 1875 at a Dog Show held in Glasgow. In 1879 Erin and Killney Boy initiated a breeding program that produced lots of high-quality breed members. They contributed a great deal in its development and promotion so in the 80s of XIX century this dog ranked 4th among the most popular breeds in England.