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

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German Shepherd Dog Versus Glen of Imaal Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog 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 with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog or the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

German Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier

German Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shepherd Dog is a large-sized dog while the Glen of Imaal Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the German Shepherd Dog belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

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.

German Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Shepherd Dog 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier

Factor German Shepherd Dog Glen of Imaal Terrier
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 75 to 95 pounds Up to 35 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1280 No Data
Price Range $800 – $1500 No Data
Temperament Score 85.3 percent 66.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend annually until age 6, every 2 years thereafter
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Temperament Test
  • 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
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 2 168

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Shepherd Dog 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 the German Shepherd Dog is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Glen of Imaal Terrier is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Below is a list of where the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are most different:

  • German Shepherd Dogs 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.
  • The Similarities Between the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier

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

  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very easy to groom.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of German Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier

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

    German Shepherd Dogs weigh 75 to 95 pounds when fully grown. German Shepherd Dogs are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall 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.

    Lifespan of German Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier

    The lifespan of German Shepherd Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Shepherd Dogs is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers live longer than German Shepherd Dogs.

    Temperament of the German Shepherd Dog Versus the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    The German Shepherd Dog has a better temperament than the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the German Shepherd Dog is 85.3 percent while the temperament score for the Glen of Imaal Terrier is 66.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 85.3 percent, the German Shepherd Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 66.7 percent, the Glen of Imaal Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 3383 German Shepherd Dogs and 3 Glen of Imaal Terriers.

    Adopting the German Shepherd Dog versus Adopting the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Shepherd Dogs and many Glen of Imaal Terriers are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male German Shepherd Dog named Valiant that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Shepherd Dogs like Valiant on pefinder.com.

    Also, like German Shepherd Dogs, Glen of Imaal Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Rupert is a Male Glen of Imaal Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Glen of Imaal Terriers like Rupert that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Brownie 2 is the name of another German Shepherd Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more German Shepherd Dogs and Glen of Imaal Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of German Shepherd Dog versus Popularity of Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shepherd Dog is more popular with dog owners than the Glen of Imaal Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Shepherd Dog is 2 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Glen of Imaal Terrier is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of German Shepherd Dog

    Popularity of German Shepherd Dog

    Popularity of Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Popularity of Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Year German Shepherd Dog Popularity Rank Glen of Imaal Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 2 167
    2014 2 162
    2015 2 168
    2016 2 180
    2017 2 158
    2018 2 174
    2019 2 168
    2020 3 169

    Health Problems of German Shepherd Dog versus Health Problems of Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the German Shepherd Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shepherd Dog than for the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

    7 health tests are recommended for German Shepherd Dog while 4 tests are recommended for the Glen of Imaal Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Shepherd Dogs and in Glen of Imaal Terriers.

    German Shepherd Dog Health Problems

    German Shepherd Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Shepherd Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a German Shepherd Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Shepherd Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen German Shepherd Dogs for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend annually until age 6, every 2 years thereafter
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Temperament Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shepherd Dogs here.

    Glen of Imaal Terrier Health Problems

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Glen of Imaal Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Glen of Imaal Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Glen of Imaal Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Glen of Imaal Terriers for:

  • 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
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Glen of Imaal Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in German Shepherd Dogs and Glen of Imaal Terriers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the German Shepherd Dog Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the German Shepherd Dog ranks 8 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 149 German Shepherd Dogs, 5 of them had Shoulder problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in German Shepherd Dogs, and how common these diseases are in German Shepherd Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 8 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 11 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 22 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 40 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 41 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 42 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 64 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 71 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 102 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Glen of Imaal Terrier Breed is Cone Rod Dystrophy problems.

    This is because the Glen of Imaal Terrier ranks 1 out of 2 dog breeds for Cone Rod Dystrophy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 356 Glen of Imaal Terriers, 7 of them had Cone Rod Dystrophy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Glen of Imaal Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Glen of Imaal Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Cone Rod Dystrophy problems: Rank 1 out of 2 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 25 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 37 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 45 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in German Shepherd Dog and in Glen of Imaal Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier:

    Disease German Shepherd Dog Rank Glen of Imaal Terrier Rank
    Shoulder problems 8 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 11 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 22 out of 144 dog breeds 37 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 40 out of 198 dog breeds 25 out of 198 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems 41 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Dentition Database problems 42 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 64 out of 182 dog breeds 45 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 71 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 102 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Cone Rod Dystrophy problems Not Common 1 out of 2 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Shepherd Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier

    German Shepherd Dogs do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do German Shepherd Dogs shed more than Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    German Shepherd Dogs 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.

    Which one drools more, the German Shepherd Dog or the Glen of Imaal Terrier

    German Shepherd Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shepherd Dog or the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    German Shepherd Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the German Shepherd Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    German Shepherd Dogs 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.

    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.

    Do German Shepherd Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    German Shepherd Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can German Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Shepherd Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Shepherd Dog vs. Glen of Imaal Terrier

    German Shepherd Dogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can German Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Shepherd Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    German Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.

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

    Are German Shepherd Dogs good family dogs? What about Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    German Shepherd Dogs 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 German Shepherd Dogs and Glen of Imaal Terriers?

    German Shepherd Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the German Shepherd Dog Easier to Train than the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    German Shepherd Dogs are very easy to train.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the German Shepherd Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Glen of Imaal Terrier?

    German Shepherd Dogs adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    German Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Shepherd Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog:

  • American Pit Bull Terrier (77 percent match with German Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs American Pit Bull Terrier.
  • Belgian Malinois (74 percent match with German Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Belgian Malinois.
  • Entlebucher Mountain Dog (74 percent match with German Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog.
  • 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 German Shepherd Dog vs Australian Terrier.
  • Silky Terrier (79 percent match with Glen of Imaal Terrier). Here is our comparison of the German Shepherd Dog vs Silky Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Shepherd Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: German Shepherd Dog 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 German Shepherd Dog and the Glen of Imaal Terrier better suits you and your family.