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Glen of Imaal Terrier
(Irish Glen Of Imaal Terrier)
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Pronunciation |
Glen of
Eee-MAHL |
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Description |
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a sturdy dog that resembles the Welsh Corgi in that it is low to the ground with short legs. The head is in proportion to the body. The skull is broad, slightly domed tapering towards the eyes. The muzzle is strong, tapering towards the black nose. The stop is pronounced. The teeth
meet in a level or scissors bite. The round, medium-sized eyes are brown. The ears half pricked or rose. They are wide-set on the back of the top outer edge of the head, held on the back of the head when the dog is alert. The bowed legs are short and well boned. The tail has a strong base and is either docked or left natural. When docked it is cut to about half it's length. Note: docking tails is illegal in most parts of Europe. The harsh coat is medium length with a soft undercoat. Coat colors include wheaten from cream silver to blue and brindle (light blue, dark blue and/ or tan). |
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Temperament |
The Glen of Imaal is a spirited, brave, patient and devoted little
dog. Mellow and gentle with the family. Vigorous and unyielding when hunting, otherwise mild-mannered and calm indoors. They
are intelligent, but also late bloomers, taking longer to mature than the average dog. They are sensitive to the tone of one's voice and will not listen if they sense that they are stronger minded than their owner, however they will also not respond well to harsh discipline. Owners need to be calm, yet possess an air of natural authority. Do not allow this dog to developed Small Dog Syndrome. If they sense the owners are meek or passive they will become stubborn, pushy, and dominating as they will believe they need to run the home. If under exercised they will become
rambunctious. These
loyal dogs make fine family pets.
Playful and good with children. Should not be trusted alone with small animals due to their hunting instincts. Use
caution around pets such as hamsters, rabbits and mice.
With proper leadership and human to canine communication they can
get along well with other dogs. They can live with cats if the cats are able to establish their dominance over the dog. The rules of the home should be made clear and stuck to. Training should always be consistent with some play in every session. They
respond well to obedience training and can be taught to retrieve. Glens are keen
to learn. A hunting terrier at heart, the Glen likes to dig and chase. This breed does not bark much but when they do their voices are deep. These dogs will bark if they detect danger
but will rarely bark without a reason. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm.)
Weight: 34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
Slightly prone to hip dysplasia, PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy) and flea allergies. |
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Living Conditions |
The Glen of Imaal Terrier will do okay in an
apartment. They are moderately active indoors and will do okay without a yard.
The Glen can sleep outdoors if the weather is not too hot or cold, but they would
much rather be indoors with their owners. |
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Exercise |
The Glen of Imaal Terrier needs a daily walk, where the dog is made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, Never in front, as instinct tells a dog the leader leads the way and that leader needs to be the human.
As with all
breeds, play will not fulfill their primal instinct to walk. Dogs who do not get
to go on daily walks are more likely to display behavior problems. They will
also enjoy a good romp in a safe open area off lead, such as a large fenced in
yard. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 13-14 years. |
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Grooming |
The Glen is easy to groom, but it does require
stripping twice a year. Cut under the tail with scissors as needed. The hair in
the ears should be plucked out regularly and the hair between the pads of the
feet should also be removed. Show dogs require a lot more grooming. This breed
sheds little to no hair. |
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Origin |
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a dog of
unknown origins, but is of irish descent. The breed received his name from the Glen of
Imaal, in County Wick low, Ireland. The breeds early job was as a hunter, silently going after vermin, and going to ground after fox and badgers, dragging out the pray. Gamers put them in a pit with badgers timing them on the kill, until the so called sport was banned in 1966. The dogs were also used as turnspit dogs. The Glens were put on a treadmill and would walk for hours, turning a large rotisserie wheel that was used to cook meat over an open flame. This spunky little terrier can still catch vermin and with little training it can
still be used to successfully hunt foxes and badgers. The Glen was first presented publicly at an
Irish dog show in 1933. It is rare in the USA and was recognized by the AKC in 2004. |
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Terrier |
| Recognition |
CKC, FCI, KCGB, NKC, NZKC, CET, ANKC, APRI, ACR, DRA
The breed was recognized by the Kennel Club of England in 1975, by the United
Kennel Club (USA) in 1994, and by the States Kennel Club of America in 1987. |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CET = Club
Español de Terriers (Spanish Terrier Club)
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc. |
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