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Kerry Blue Terriers Trivia Quiz

A quiz to test your knowledge of the adorable Kerry Blue...

A multiple-choice quiz by Lady Wynd. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Lady Wynd

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
115,048

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
1300

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. In which country did the Kerry Blue Terrier orginate? Hint

Scotland

Australia

Germany

Ireland

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Question 2 of 10

2. Is the Kerry's skin really blue?

Yes

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Question 3 of 10

3. Why was the Kerry developed? Hint

a nobleman was bored with his spaniels

peasants were forbidden Wolfhounds, so they created the Kerry instead

a doctor's son needed a dog that was hypoallergenic

the king wanted a bigger dog than a corgi

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Question 4 of 10

4. Kerries shed A LOT of hair.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. When roughly eighteen months, Kerries Hint

develop eating disorders

turn from black to grey

grow a beard

have yet another growth spurt

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Question 6 of 10

6. It is not a good idea to keep two male Kerries in the same house because? Hint

Kerries are very dog aggressive

when one barks so does the other

they join forces and destroy the house

you can keep male Kerries together

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Question 7 of 10

7. The Kerry "Fall" is used for Hint

for beauty

attracting burrs which helps nature

nothing

pulling badgers out of their holes

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Question 8 of 10

8. The Kerry is designated as Hint

a medium sized dog

a large sized dog

a small dog

a tiny dog

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Question 9 of 10

9. What was the original name for the Kerry Blue? Hint

Lakeland Blue Terrier

The Blue Terrier

The Kerry Terrier

Irish Blue Terrier

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Question 10 of 10

10. The St. Mikes College football team is called the "Kerry Blues."

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In which country did the Kerry Blue Terrier orginate?

Answer: Ireland

The Kerry Blue was first bred in Ireland, in Count Kerry, hence the name "Kerry" Blue...

2. Is the Kerry's skin really blue?

Answer: Yes

The Kerry's skin is, amazingly, blue in colour. People say that the bluer the skin, the more grey the dog becomes when they grow older.

3. Why was the Kerry developed?

Answer: peasants were forbidden Wolfhounds, so they created the Kerry instead

Irish peasants weren't allowed to own Wolfhounds, which were considered the dogs of nobility. Still, the peasants desperately needed a dog to help them around the farm - to hunt vermin, to turn the butter churn, to guard the farm at night...

4. Kerries shed A LOT of hair.

Answer: False

Kerries shed very, very little. It's rare to find even a single strand of hair on your couch!

5. When roughly eighteen months, Kerries

Answer: turn from black to grey

When born Kerries look like Labs - they're pitch black. However, when they reach roughly eighteen months, the majority of Kerries' fur turns from black to grey-blue.

6. It is not a good idea to keep two male Kerries in the same house because?

Answer: Kerries are very dog aggressive

While a very loving family dog, the male Kerry is very territorial towards his "pack" and really doesn't like it when another male starts to sniff around his home. Even if not aggressive towards humans, they are known for their fighting spirit and won't back down if their anger is triggered by another dog.

7. The Kerry "Fall" is used for

Answer: pulling badgers out of their holes

The "Fall" is the long hair between the Kerry's eyes that extends to their nose (most terriers have a small version of the Fall, but it isn't as pronounced as the Kerry's). The badger would get his claws caught in the silky hair of the Kerry Fall and would be pulled out of their hole by the dog. The Fall also helps to protect the dog's eyes.

8. The Kerry is designated as

Answer: a medium sized dog

The Kerry Blue is the second largest terrier. Typically, they weigh in the thirty pounds area, although some Kerries reach fifty pounds.

9. What was the original name for the Kerry Blue?

Answer: Irish Blue Terrier

Kerries were originally called "Irish Blues." The English and Irish argued for a while over the breed's name before settling on the name that is still used today.

10. The St. Mikes College football team is called the "Kerry Blues."

Answer: True

The college is located in Toronto, Ontario. Go Kerry Blues!

Source: Author Lady Wynd

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