Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Samoyed
Compare the Glen Of Imaal Terrier to the Samoyed. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Glen Of Imaal Terriers and Samoyeds.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - Both the Glen Of Imaal Terrier and Samoyed are okay choices for new or inexperienced owners.
- Children - Both the Glen Of Imaal Terrier and Samoyed are great with children.
- Grooming - The Glen Of Imaal Terrier is very easy to groom. The Samoyed has high grooming requirements.
- Barking - Both breeds will bark frequently, but the Glen Of Imaal Terrier has the highest tendency to bark between the two.
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| Breed Name | Glen Of Imaal Terrier | Samoyed |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | Yes |
| Lifespan | 13-17 yrs. | 10-12 yrs. |
| Height | 14-16 in. | 19-23½ in. |
| Weight | 30-35 lb | 35-65 lb |
| Intelligence | High | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Ireland | Russia |
| Origin Year | 1550 AD | 1890 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | No | No |
| Indoor | No | Yes |
| Small Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Medium Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 40°F to 80°F | -30°F to 70°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | High-Very High | Medium |
| Exercise Required | High-Very High | Medium |
| Top Running Speed | 18 mph | 20 mph |
| Strength | Very High | Medium |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Low | Low |
| Shedding | Low | Medium |
| Dander | Low | Medium |
| Drool Amount | Low | None-Low |
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 | Samoyed |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | No |
| Independent | No | Yes |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | Yes | No |
| Focused & Patient | Yes | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Average |
| Burrow/Digging | High | Average |
| Chasing | High | Average |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Below Average |
| Fighting | Below Average | Below Average |
| Guarding | Below Average | High |
| Herding | Below Average | Average |
| Hunting | High | Below Average |
| Protection | Average | Average |
| Remove Vermin | High | Below Average |
| Sledding | Very Low | High |
| Watch | Average | High |
| Breed Name | Glen Of Imaal Terrier | Samoyed |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 13-17 yrs. | 10-12 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Allergies | Yes | No |
| Bloat | No | Yes |
| Diabetes | No | Yes |
| Eye Problems | Yes | No |
| Hip Dysplasia | Yes | Yes |
| Hypothyroidism | Yes | No |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy | Yes | Yes |
| Pulmonic Stenosis | No | Yes |
| Skin Irritation | Yes | No |
| Thrombopathia | Yes | No |
| Breed Name | Glen Of Imaal Terrier | Samoyed |
| Coat | ||
| Hair | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Double Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Rough | Yes | No |
| Wavy | Yes | No |
| Straight | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Medium | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Blue | Yes | No |
| Brindle | Yes | No |
| Wheaten | Yes | No |
| Biscuit | No | Yes |
| Cream | No | Yes |
| White | No | Yes |
| White & Biscuit | No | Yes |