Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier

Other names : Glen of Imaal Terrier, Wicklow Terrier, Glen

Photo: adult dog of Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier breed
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Photo: adult dog of Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier breed
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This tenacious, scruffy, yet docile creature is a native of the bleak Glen of Imaal, and was largely unknown beyond that area until recent times, when her pluck and individuality have marked her out as a dog for enthusiasts. The ‘natural selection’ of 17th-century dog fights and hard work pulling dog wheels resulted in a breed more strong, brave, and dedicated than she looks, although her social personality certainly matches her teddy-bear appearance. Despite the high regard in which she is held by those enthusiasts, and her suitability for family life, the Glen remains on the ‘vulnerable’ list, a term that certainly refers to the number of her population rather than the constitution of this robust little terrier. Known as a ‘big dog on short legs,’ she may not have much reach but just about qualifies as a medium-sized dog due to her weight.

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Life expectancy

The Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier has a life expectancy of between 11 and 13 years

Temperament

Size

Medium

Adult size

Female Between 13 and 14 in
Male Between 13 and 14 in

Adult weight

Female Between 33 and 37 lb
Male Between 33 and 37 lb
Coat colour
Blue Red Sand
Type of coat
Long
Eye colour
Brown

Purchase price

The Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier costs between £450 and £750

Good to know

This dog has a special superpower: the ‘Glen sit,’ a patented sitting position whereby she perches on her tush with her forearms aloft, her body perfectly vertical, no different to a human toddler.

More details about the Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier

Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier: Origins and history

The Irish Glen is an authentic olde tyme dog, kept by Flemish and lowland soldiers on the land that they received in Ireland as a reward from Britain for quelling the 1570 rebellion. She seems to have been a result of crossing the little dogs they brought with them with the native Irish dogs. Since they were farm dogs, only the strongest thrived, and so she became the toughie she is today.

FCI classification of the Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier

  • Group 3 - Terriers

  • Section 1 : Large and medium sized Terriers

Training a Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier

She is keen and fast to learn and will appreciate this stimulating time with her people.

Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier: Purchase price

Between £450 for Non KC Registered dogs and £750 for KC Registered dogs.

Looking after a dog of this size typically costs between £50 to £80 a month, including food, medical/insurance, and incidental expenses.

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