Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer

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

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

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General Details

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

13-17 Years

12-14 Years

Height

14-16 Inches

12-14 Inches

Weight

30-35 Pounds

11-20 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Origin Country

Ireland

Germany

Origin Year

1550 AD

1888 AD

Temperament

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Above Average

Average

Pet Friendly

Below Average

Average

Stranger Friendly

Average

Personality

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Traits

Affectionate

Needy

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

40-80 °F

30-80 °F

Barks/Howls

None

Above Average

Exercise Needs

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Energy Level

High to Very High

Medium

Exercise Required

High to Very High

Medium

Top Running Speed

18 MPH

17 MPH

Strength

Very High

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Maintenance

Low

High

Shedding

Low

Dander

Low

Drool

Low

None to Low

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Aggression

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Above Average

Below Average

Chasing

Above Average

Follow Commands

Below Average

Average

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

Below Average

Herding

Below Average

Hunting

Above Average

Average

Protection

Average

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Above Average

Sled Pulling

None

Watch / Guardian

Average

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Average Lifespan

13-17 Years

12-14 Years

Health Concerns

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Common Health Issues

Hip dysplasia

Progressive retinal atrophy

Allergies

Hypothyroidism

Thrombopathia

Skin irritation

Eye problems

Cataracts

Progressive retinal atrophy

MAC Lung Disease

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Type

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Coat Texture

Rough

Wavy

Rough

Coat Length

Medium

Short to Medium

Coat Coloring

Glen Of Imaal Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Colors

Wheaten