Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier

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

Glen Of Imaal Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
13-17 Years
10-15 Years
Height
14-16 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
30-35 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
Ireland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1550 AD
1876 AD
Temperament
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-17 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia
Skin irritation
Eye problems
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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