Description

Corgi - a short legged dog that is low to the ground with a long body. The front legs are a bit bowed. The harsh, shaggy, medium-length coat comes in many colors including red, blue, brindle, or wheaten. It has a rough outer coat lined with a soft, dense undercoat. The chest is broad and strong. The powerful head has a distinct stop and tapered muzzle. The ears are half-pricked or half-rose shaped. The nose is black and the eyes are round and chestnut. The muzzle is wide, not pointed, and the teeth should meet in a level or scissors bite.

Origin

The Glen of Imaal Terrier is an Irish dog of unknown origins. It is still fairly rare in the USA. He is named for the Glen of Imaal, in County Wicklow, Ireland. The Glen was first presented publicly at an Irish dog show in 1933. Like many similarly built low-to-the-ground, powerful terriers, he was bred to hunt and kill animals living in the ground such as foxes and badgers. The dog would go into the animal's den to drag it out. Glen of Imaal Terriers were even pitted in timed trials against live badgers to test their gameness until such events the Glen of Imaal is supposed to work silently. It may also have been used for dog fighting entertainment and to turn spits cooking meats over a fire by trotting on a treadmill for hours at a time. This spunky little terrier serves mostly as a companion dog today, but he can still catch vermin. With little training it can still be used to successfully hunt foxes and badgers.

Temperament

The Glen of Imaal is a spirited and cocky little dog. Tough and game when hunting, otherwise mild-mannered and calm indoors. They are intelligent, but also late bloomers. Very brave, stubborn and rambunctious. Patient and loyal. Peaceful and gentle with the family. These excessively devoted dogs like to be near their owners and make fine family pets. Playful and excellent with children. Feisty with other animals, though they can be trained to get along well with other dogs. Males tend to be more dog-aggressive than females, but even the males are not overly aggressive. Use caution around other non-canine pets, especially hamsters, rabbits and mice. This breed has a deep bark that makes the dog sound much bigger than he is. Glens likes to dig and chase. They adapt well to changes of owner - so adopting an adult Glen will not be a problem. These dogs will bark if they detect danger but will rarely bark without a reason. They are sensitive to correction. 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, but they sometimes try to dominate and can be stubborn.

Height

Height: 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm.)

Weight

Weight: 34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg.)

Known Health Problems

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Conditions for Living

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 extreme, but they would much rather be indoors with their owners.

Exercise Requirments

of a lot of their exercise needs, however, 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.

Life Expectancy

About 13-14 years.

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.

Group

Terrier