Active
Playful
Independent
Clownish
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Cheerful
Brave
Stable
Defensive

Outright
Energetic
Quick
Gentle
Friendly

Irish Russian Spanterriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Kerry Beagles are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Irish Water Spaniel and Black Russian Terrier

Southern, Celtic Hounds

Unknown

16th century

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Blue

Irish Russian Spanterriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Kerry Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

An Irish Russian Spanterrier can have a litter of 4-12 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 Beagle can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Kerry Beagles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Urolithiasis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Otitis Externa
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Nail Bed Disease

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Cultures
Urine Tests

Full Physical Examination

Irish Russian Spanterrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Kerry Beagle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Irish Russian Spanterriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Kerry Beagles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Kerry Beagles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Russian Spanterrier, it's at least 9 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 Beagle, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Russian Spanterriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Kerry Beagles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Irish Russian Spanterriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Kerry Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Irish Russian Spanterrier 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

In general Kerry Beagle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Irish Russian Spanterrier feed 3 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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Kerry Beagle 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 an Irish Russian Spanterrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Kerry Beagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Russian Spanterrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Beagle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Kerry Beagles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Kerry Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Kerry Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Kerry Beagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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