Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Keeshond
Compare the Glen Of Imaal Terrier to the Keeshond. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Glen Of Imaal Terriers and Keeshonden.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - The Keeshond is an excellent choice for new/inexperienced owners. The Glen Of Imaal Terrier is okay for new owners, but may not be as easy as the Keeshond.
- Children - Both the Glen Of Imaal Terrier and Keeshond are great with children.
- Grooming - Both breeds have low maintenance coats, but the Glen Of Imaal Terrier is easier to groom.
- Barking - Both the Glen Of Imaal Terrier and Keeshond are very vocal and will bark/howl frequently.
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| Breed Name | Glen Of Imaal Terrier | Keeshond |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 13-17 yrs. | 12-15 yrs. |
| Height | 14-16 in. | 17-18 in. |
| Weight | 30-35 lb | 30-45 lb |
| Intelligence | High | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Ireland | Netherlands |
| Origin Year | 1550 AD | 1400 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | No | Yes |
| Indoor | No | Yes |
| Small Yard | Yes | No |
| Medium Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 40°F to 80°F | -15°F to 75°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | High-Very High | Medium |
| Exercise Required | High-Very High | Medium |
| Top Running Speed | 18 mph | 18 mph |
| Strength | Very High | Medium |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Low | Medium |
| Shedding | Low | High |
| Dander | Low | Medium-High |
| Drool Amount | Low | None |
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.
| Breed Name | Glen Of Imaal Terrier | Keeshond |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | No |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | Yes | No |
| Focused & Patient | Yes | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Below Average |
| Burrow/Digging | High | Average |
| Chasing | High | Average |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Very Low |
| Fighting | Below Average | Below Average |
| Guarding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Herding | Below Average | Average |
| Hunting | High | Average |
| Protection | Average | Average |
| Remove Vermin | High | Average |
| Sledding | Very Low | Very Low |
| Watch | Average | High |
| Breed Name | Glen Of Imaal Terrier | Keeshond |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 13-17 yrs. | 12-15 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Allergies | Yes | No |
| Eye Problems | Yes | No |
| Hip Dysplasia | Yes | No |
| Hypothyroidism | Yes | No |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy | Yes | No |
| Skin Irritation | Yes | No |
| Thrombopathia | Yes | No |
| Breed Name | Glen Of Imaal Terrier | Keeshond |
| Coat | ||
| Hair | Yes | No |
| Fur | No | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Double Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Rough | Yes | No |
| Wavy | Yes | No |
| Straight | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Medium | Yes | No |
| Long | No | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Blue | Yes | No |
| Brindle | Yes | No |
| Wheaten | Yes | No |
| Black | No | Yes |
| Black & Silver | No | Yes |
| Gray | No | Yes |
| Gray & Black | No | Yes |
| Gray, Cream, & Black | No | Yes |
| Gray, Silver, & Black | No | Yes |
| Silver | No | Yes |
| Tawny | No | Yes |
| White | No | Yes |
| Wolfgray | No | Yes |
| Wolfgray & Black | No | Yes |