Cairn Terrier vs Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Compare the Cairn Terrier to the Glen Of Imaal Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cairn Terriers and Glen Of Imaal Terriers.

Cairn Terrier vs Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
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General Details
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
14-15 Years
13-17 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
10-14 Pounds
30-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1900 AD
1550 AD
Temperament
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
None
Exercise Needs
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Low
Very High
Grooming Needs
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
None to Low
Low
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Above Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Average Lifespan
14-15 Years
13-17 Years
Health Concerns
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Westie jaw
Krabbe disease
Hepatic Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic vascular anomaly
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia
Skin irritation
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cairn Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten Brindle
Wheaten Brindle
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
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