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Kerry Beagle
Old Irish scenthound with deep chest and a bloodhound-like outline, but lighter and more agile.
Breed snapshot
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Size
Large
Life
10-14 years
Group
Hound
Origin
Ireland
Origin map
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Origin details
- Place
- Ireland
- Region
- Europe
- Breed role
- pack scent hound
- More from this origin
- 9 breeds in this guide trace back to Ireland.
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