Glen of Imaal Terrier
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| Glen of Imaal Terrier | ||
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| Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier | ||
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| Ireland | ||
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| Glen | ||
| Classification and breed standards | ||
| FCI: | Group 3 Section 1 #302 | Stds |
| AKC: | Terrier | Stds |
| ANKC: | Group 2 (Terriers) | Stds |
| KC (UK): | Terrier | Stds |
| NZKC: | Terrier | Stds |
| UKC: | Terriers | Stds |
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a breed of dog of the terrier category. It originates in Wicklow, Ireland, and was developed as a working terrier, proficient in badger-baiting and hunting of fox.
[edit] Appearance
The Glen of Imaal is classified as a medium-sized dog. When full grown, the average Glen of Imaal weighs approximately 16 kg (35 lbs) and stands 35.5 cm (14 in) tall at the withers. The breed has a medium-length coat that is usually wheaten, blue, or brindle in color.
[edit] Temperament
The Glen of Imaal Terrier, though normally docile,but if provoked can sometime be dog-aggressive. There have been no reported serious injuries caused by the breed, but their hunting background is visible in some of the dogs. This means that some Glens have a high prey drive and might mistake domestic pets for prey (e.g., cats, rats, gerbils, etc.).
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