Which is Better between the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier? A Very Detailed Review.

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Frenchton Versus Glen of Imaal Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Frenchton and for the Glen of Imaal Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Frenchton or the Glen of Imaal Terrier

Frenchton versus Glen of Imaal Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Frenchton is a small-sized dog while the Glen of Imaal Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Glen of Imaal Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Frenchton versus Glen of Imaal Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Frenchton to the Glen of Imaal Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Frenchton Glen of Imaal Terrier
Height 11 to 14 inches 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Weight 15 to 25 pounds Up to 35 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2130 No Data
Price Range $1650 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • CONE ROD DYSTROPHY
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Must have an eye examination performed by an AVCO opthalmologist (or equivalent in foreign countries) beginning at 2 years of age and repeated every 2 years until age 8
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Frenchton in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Glen of Imaal Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Glen of Imaal Terrier is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the Glen of Imaal Terrier. So, you should get the Frenchton!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are most different:

  • Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Glen of Imaal Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Glen of Imaal Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Frenchtons are good for new dog owners. However, Glen of Imaal Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Frenchtons get along well with other dogs. However, Glen of Imaal Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    • The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    The Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

    Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Glen of Imaal Terriers weigh Up to 35 pounds when fully grown. Glen of Imaal Terriers are 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Frenchtons have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Do Frenchtons shed more than Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    Frenchtons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Frenchton:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Glen of Imaal Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Glen of Imaal Terrier:

  • Australian Terrier (79 percent match with Glen of Imaal Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Australian Terrier.
  • Silky Terrier (79 percent match with Glen of Imaal Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Silky Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Frenchton and how the Glen of Imaal Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Glen of Imaal Terrier to other breeds:

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Bulldog     Frenchton versus Weimaraner     Frenchton versus Whoodle     Frenchton versus Chihuahua     Frenchton versus Yorkshire Terrier     Frenchton versus Standard Schnauzer     Frenchton versus Cairn Terrier     Frenchton versus American Eskimo Dog     Frenchton versus Irish Terrier     Frenchton versus Spinone Italiano     

    Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Australian Shepherd     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Border Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Basset Hound     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Westiepoo     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Collie     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Boerboel     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Shih Tzu     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Dachshund     

    Conclusion: Frenchton versus Glen of Imaal Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Frenchton and the Glen of Imaal Terrier better suits you and your family.