Temperament: With the Irish Terrier we see an energetic and loyal dog. This dog is a kind and loving showing great ability to entertain their families. The Irish Terrier can make an excellent friend for children. They are active and they love playing, being inquisitive and ready for action and adventure.

This breed needs a good strong willed owner. This will prevent the dog becoming difficult to manage. Start training with a firm, but consistent approach when this dog is a puppy, setting rules it must follow, and always include limits of his behaviour.

The Irish Terrier breed may not get along with other dogs. This is not a breed to trust with hamsters' mice and rat pets, as his nature is to hunt these creatures. This dog will enjoy digging, and with its great love of life, enjoys the chase and exploring. Extreme caution needs to be taken, if you wish to release this dog from the lead.

Health issues: Irish Terriers have little problems and are a hardy breed. It is very important to make sure your puppy or dog is up to date on all vaccinations, de-wormings and heart preventatives. It is also suggested that you have a complete check-up done on your dog at least twice each year to make sure there are no unseen health issues that need attention.

Grooming: This dog is easy to groom and sheds rarely. Brush ready with a stiff brush is all that is required. Hand stripping or hand plucking needs to be done twice a year.

Living conditions: An Irish Terrier will cope with an apartment, if it has sufficient exercise. It is to be noted this dog needs plenty of brisk walks, at least once daily. He will benefit from a medium-sized garden.