Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Irish Terrier

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

Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Irish Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
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General Details
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
13-17 Years
12-15 Years
Height
14-16 Inches
16-18 Inches
Weight
30-35 Pounds
21-27 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Origin Country
Ireland
Ireland
Origin Year
1550 AD
1875 AD
Temperament
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-17 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia
Skin irritation
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
Red
Red
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten
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