Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier

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

Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
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General Details
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
13-17 Years
11-16 Years
Height
14-16 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
30-35 Pounds
15-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Origin Country
Ireland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1550 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-85 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-17 Years
11-16 Years
Health Concerns
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia
Skin irritation
Eye problems
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Shaker syndrome
Westie jaw
Inflammatory bowel disease
Atopic dermatitis
Hyperplastic dermatosis
Krabbe disease
Pulmonary fibrosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
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