Glen of Imaal Terrier Dog
INTRODUCTION
Glen of Imaal Terrier Dogs are Gentle, Spirited and Bold dogs they are from Terrier group. According to the AKC Breed Popularity they rank # 180. These dogs were farmer’s best friend in the old days as they are hard workers. They are small but well-built for a day’s work also are very devoted to their human families. Glen of Imaal Terrier Dogs are Purebred and non- allergic dogs.
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HABITAT : Urban areas, including buildings, parks, and gardens
TEMPERAMENT : Spirited, Agile, Loyal, Active, Gentle, Courageous
HYPOALLERGENIC : No
BREED GROUP / TYPE : Group: Terrier. Type: Purebred
SOCIAL UNIT : Family
LOCATIONS : Ireland
STATUS / POPULATION : DATA DEFICIENT (IUCN) Not a threat category, Population, and distribution data is insufficient for assessment
MAMMALS: DOGS AND RELATIVES – CANIDAE
KEY FACTS
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
Kingdom – Animalia
Phylum – Chordate
Class – Mammals
Order – Carnivora
Family – Canidae
Genus – Canis
Genus Species – Canis lupus familiaris
INTERESTING FACTS
1- The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a strong, independent dog breed named for the remote valley in Ireland where they originated
2- Bred to hunt fox and badger, and to keep homes free of rodents, the Glen is a skilled and cunning hunter
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CALLING NAMES / SCIENTIFIC NAME
Calling names:Glen of Imaal Terrier Dog
Scientific name: Canis lupus -
COLOUR VARIATIONS
Wheaten, Blue Brindle
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COAT TYPE
Double coat
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LIFE SPAN
10 to 14 years
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APPROXIMATE SIZE : LENGTH / HEIGHT
Height: 16 - 18in (41 - 46cm)
Length: 23 - 26in (58 - 66cm) -
TAIL
The well-set-on tail is strong at the root and carried gaily. Pups’ tails are customarily docked to half-length
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WEIGHT
16 kg
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BREEDING SEASON
Throughout the year
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REPRODUCTION / GESTATION PERIOD
Reproduction: One or two times a year
Gestation period: 63 days -
LITTER SIZE
3 - 5 puppies
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LOOK A LIKE
Biewer Terrier Dog
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FARM ANIMAL
No
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FOUNDED IN / DISCOVERED
1933
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ORIGIN
Ireland
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DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
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OCCURRENCE
Families :
Species : -
FUEL FOR LIFE / TROPHIC LEVEL
Omnivores
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TO HUMANS
Very friendly to humans but Glens have the stubborn character of a true terrier, but they are quite willing to work with you if you use praise and food to motivate them
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AS A PET
Recommended
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KIDS FAVOURITE
Yes
