Scotland has given the world whisky, bagpipes, deep-fried Mars bars, Irn Bru and some absolutely cracking tunes. I lived in Aberdeen during University and am still a regular visitor to this beautiful country. I quite simply love it. But perhaps…
Athletic, intelligent and affectionate – here comes the Kerry Beagle! History of the Kerry Beagle Kerry Beagles are not actually beagles but hounds. There is a thought that they were called Beagles based on the Irish word “beag”, which means…
Well-tempered, gentle yet energetic with flaming red hair – it’s the Irish Red Setter! History of the Red Setter The Red Setter (also known as the Irish Setter) was originally bred as a hunting dog. Its job was to flush…
Fun-loving, high spirited and a true sporting dog, here’s the Irish Red and White Setter! History The Irish Red and White Setter (IRWS) is an old breed of gundog. The Red and White is older than the more recognisable solid…
With a sweet disposition and lots of energy, here comes the playful Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier! History of the Wheaten Terrier The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a breed of dog that originated in Ireland. (One of nine native Irish…
Splish Splash! Here comes the Irish Water Spaniel. History The Irish Water Spaniel was first bred in Ireland (one of nine native Irish dogs) in the 1830s by Justin McCarthy. His dog, Boatswain, was the first purebred IWS. It is…
Prepare for some fun rough and tumble with the gorgeous long-legged Irish Terrier History The breed was first recognised in the 1870s with the first club set up in 1879. They were the first breed to ban cropped ears which…
Intelligent, sensitive and smart. Here comes the Kerry Blue terrier – a loyal friend for life. History The exact origin of the Kerry Blue is uncertain, but the breed has been around for at least 150 years. It is believed…
Irish Wolfhounds are sweet, gentle giants. A Short History Of A Big Dog – The Irish Wolfhound Wolfhounds feature strongly in Irish mythology. Bran and Sceólang are the hounds of Fionn mac Cumhaill, always faithful and by his side while hunting.…
There are 9 native dogs of Ireland. They are: More information on each is coming soon.
