Czechoslovakian Vlcak vs Kerry Blue Terrier
Breed Compatibility
74% Compatible
Energy Level
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Kerry Blue Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Kerry Blue Terrier: May be Stubborn0.2
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Kerry Blue Terrier: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Kerry Blue Terrier4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Kerry Blue Terrier2/5
Good with Strangers
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Kerry Blue Terrier3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Kerry Blue Terrier
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Eye Problems: Entropion and cataracts
Cerebellar Abiotrophy: Brain disorder
Hypothyroidism: Hormone imbalance
von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clot
Skin Allergies: Dermatitis issues
Pros & Cons Comparison
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Kerry Blue Terrier
Pros
Intelligent and trainable
Minimal shedding
Versatile working ability
Good watchdog
Cons
High grooming needs
Can be stubborn
May be dog-aggressive
Requires firm training
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Kerry Blue Terrier Fun Fact
Their unique blue-gray coat starts black at birth and gradually changes color over the first two years of life.
Heritage & Purpose
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier
Origin:
Developed in County Kerry, Ireland during the 1700s as versatile farm dogs, these terriers excelled at hunting small game, controlling vermin, and herding livestock.
Special Considerations
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.
Kerry Blue Terrier
Regular professional grooming needed every 4-8 weeks. Daily exercise requirements must be met. Early socialization crucial for balanced temperament.
Shedding
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