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Adoption pending: PICKLES is about to go to a new home!

September 10, 2019
Pickles is a delightful, well-loved 6.5 yo male Kerry who needs to find a new home. Pickles spend most of his early years living in the suburbs and recently moved from the relative quiet of the “country” to a mid-town busy condo in New York …

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Update: MOLLY is in her new happy home! Congratulations MOLLY!

September 10, 2019
While Molly is settling into her new home, she does have several medical issues that are being monitored. Her new owner also found that she is essentially completely deaf! She will need some additional medical care so if you would like to continue to help …

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Update: HERMAN is finally HOME!

September 10, 2019
Herman has settled into his new forever home very nicely and is being thoroughly spoiled every day. If you would like to help rescue Kerry’s like Herman and his BFF Molly, please make a donation to the Foundation here on the website. You can mark …

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Adoption Pending: PRECIOUS – A Rare & Precious Opportunity!

August 8, 2019
Meet Precious, who really fulfills her name. Precious is an adorable 6/7 year old Kerry/Schnauzer mix whose owner, due to health issues is unable to care for her at this time. Precious displays the full Kerry temperament and spirit. She is energetic, walks well on …

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Information about the adoption processes, our procedures & advice on adopting a Kerry with KBTF.

Don’t Get a Kerry!
Interested in getting a Kerry Blue Terrier? Before it's too late, you need to know that the Kerry is not...
The Joys of Adopting an Older Kerry
The Joys of Adopting an Older Kerry
Janet Joers   If you think a senior...
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Useful Forms
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The Kerry Adoption Process
The Kerry Adoption Process
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Information regarding our rescue program, rescue leadership & more on our rescue processes. 

Societal values define the term “puppy mill’
Tracey Fulmer Puppy mill is a term that defines the inhumane treatment of dogs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture only...
Pet Store Puppies What To Do If You Find One
Pet Store Puppies What To Do If You Find One
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Dos and Don’ts of Rescue
Dos and Don’ts of Rescue
Rescues can quickly become very complicated. Here...
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Setting The Standard In Dog Rescue
Setting The Standard In Dog Rescue
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The Difficulty of Removing a Dog from an Abusive Relationship
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Raquel – a 2014 KBTF Rescue. Bringing Joy to Her Forever Home.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier Foundation is proud of the new found homes, fulfilled  families & happy endings we provide to the Kerry community. 
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Charlie

Charlie’s Placement Ad Hello, My name is Charlie and I am 3-years old. I live with my friend Angus who is also available for adoption. My Owner (Mom) passed away early April, and Dad is too sick to take care of us. Other family members

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Angus

  Hello, My name is Angus and I am 4-years old. I live with my friend Charlie who is also available for adoption. My Owner (Mom) passed away early April, and Dad is too sick to take care of us. Other family members already have

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December 27, 2015 No Comments
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Maggie the 13 Year Old Puppy

An SOS e-mail came to me on May 2nd from Tracey Fulmer asking if I could travel to Toledo,OH to pick up and foster Maggie who was spotted in a shelter. My husband was out of the country at the time so I sent him

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December 22, 2015 No Comments
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