Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Jindo

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

Quick Summary

Below are a few quick comparisons between the two breeds.
  • Owner Experience - Both the Glen Of Imaal Terrier and Jindo are okay choices for new or inexperienced owners.
  • Children - Both breeds are child friendly, but the Glen Of Imaal Terrier is the most friendly between the breeds.
  • Grooming - The Glen Of Imaal Terrier is very easy to groom. The Jindo has high grooming requirements.
  • Barking - The Glen Of Imaal Terrier bark/howls frequently. The Jindo has an average level of barking.
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Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Jindo
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Breed NameGlen Of Imaal TerrierJindo
General Details
Breed TypePurebredPurebred
Is Hypo­allergenicNoNo
Lifespan13-17 yrs.12-14 yrs.
Height14-16 in.16-25 in.
Weight30-35 lb25-50 lb
IntelligenceHighHigh
History
Origin CountryIrelandKorea, Republic Of
Origin Year1550 AD1300 AD
Temperament
Overall FriendlinessVery GoodVery Good
Family FriendlyVery GoodVery Good
Kid FriendlyVery GoodGood
Pet FriendlyBelow AverageGood
Stranger FriendlyGoodVery Good
Personality
  • Affectionate
  • Enjoys Attention
  • Stubborn
  • Willing To Please
  • Aggressive
  • Enjoys Attention
  • Loving
  • Does Not Like Being Alone
  • Stubborn
  • Willing To Please
Living Environment
ApartmentNoYes
IndoorNoYes
Small YardYesYes
Medium YardYesYes
Large YardYesYes
Temperature Tolerance ¹40°F to 80°F30°F to 80°F
Barks/HowlsVery OftenBelow Average
Exercise Needs
Energy LevelHigh-Very HighHigh
Exercise RequiredHigh-Very HighHigh
Top Running Speed18 mph22 mph
StrengthVery HighHigh
Grooming Needs
Coat Main­tenanceLowMedium-High
SheddingLowMedium-High
DanderLowMedium
Drool AmountLowLow

¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
Instincts & Behavior Comparison
Breed NameGlen Of Imaal TerrierJindo
Breed Mentality
Dominant/AlphaNoYes
Family/PackYesNo
IndependentNoYes
Breed Focus
Distracted EasilyNoYes
AverageYesNo
Focused & PatientYesYes
Breed Instincts
AggressionBelow AverageBelow Average
Burrow/DiggingHighBelow Average
ChasingHighAverage
Follow CommandsBelow AverageBelow Average
FightingBelow AverageBelow Average
GuardingBelow AverageAverage
HerdingBelow AverageBelow Average
HuntingHighHigh
ProtectionAverageBelow Average
Remove VerminHighBelow Average
SleddingVery LowVery Low
WatchAverageVery Low
Health Comparison
Breed NameGlen Of Imaal TerrierJindo
Lifespan
Lifespan13-17 yrs.12-14 yrs.
Common Health Issues
AllergiesYesNo
Eye ProblemsYesNo
Hip DysplasiaYesNo
HypothyroidismYesYes
ObesityNoYes
Progressive Retinal AtrophyYesNo
Skin IrritationYesNo
ThrombopathiaYesNo
Appearance Comparison
Breed NameGlen Of Imaal TerrierJindo
Coat
HairYesNo
FurNoYes
Coat Type
Double CoatYesYes
Coat Texture
RoughYesNo
WavyYesNo
StraightNoYes
Coat Length(s)
MediumYesYes
Coat Color(s)
BlueYesNo
BrindleYesNo
WheatenYesNo
Black (heukgu)NoYes
Black&tan (naenunbakyi Or Heukgal)NoYes
Gray (jaegu)NoYes
Tiger Brindle (hogu Or Hopi)NoYes
White (baekgu)NoYes
Yellow (hwanggu)NoYes