What blade range is suggested for clipping the Kerry Blue Terrier's body?

• A. Ranging from a long snap-on comb to #3F
• B. Only #10 to #15
• C. Only #40
• D. Any blade up to #9

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to preserve the Kerry Blue Terrier’s coat length and texture while still shaping the body evenly. This breed’s coat is a defining feature, so you want to keep enough hair on the body to maintain that look and to allow for proper feathering and blending as you groom.

Using a long guard length, whether with a long snap-on comb or no blade, lets you keep the body hair at a generous length. Then you can gradually shorten to a #3F to refine the shape without sacrificing the coat’s natural wave and density. This approach gives you control to achieve a clean, balanced finish that respects the breed’s characteristic coat.

Choosing anything shorter than that range would remove too much coat too quickly, flattening texture and altering the dog’s appearance, while sticking to lengths that are too long or vague wouldn’t provide the needed finish. So, starting with a long length and finishing at #3F is the most sensible, consistent method for the Kerry Blue Terrier’s body.