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Irish Terrier

The breed's exact origin is debatable, however, there is evidence suggesting the Irish Terrier is certainly one of the oldest of the terrier breeds. There is a reference to the breed in Vero Shaw's The Illustrated Book of the Dog written in 1881 where George R. Krehl wrote, ""The Irish Terrier is a true and distinct breed, indigenous to Ireland and no man can trace its origin which is lost in antiquity . . . "

Irish Terriers were very popular - especially in England in the 1880s. The breed made its way to the US in the late 19th century and quickly became popular there as well. Today Irish Terriers make a good family pet, just as they did for Irish families long before they were ever officially recognized as a breed.

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