Is the Glen of Imaal Terrier Better than the Schnoodle as a Pet? Answer…

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Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Schnoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle? 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and for the Schnoodle. 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle.

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

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Schnoodle

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Schnoodle: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Schnoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Schnoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Glen of Imaal Terrier to the Schnoodle 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle

Factor Glen of Imaal Terrier Schnoodle
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Weight Up to 35 pounds 20 to 75 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1250 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1720
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • 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
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Schnoodle. 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Schnoodle is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

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

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

  • Glen of Imaal Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Schnoodles are good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle are very playful.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle are very easy to groom.

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

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

    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.

    On the other hand, Schnoodles weigh 20 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Schnoodles are 10 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Schnoodle

    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.

    The lifespan of Schnoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schnoodles is 12.5 years.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers live longer than Schnoodles.

    Adopting the Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Adopting the Schnoodle

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Glen of Imaal Terriers and many Schnoodles 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier named Rupert that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Glen of Imaal Terriers like Rupert on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Glen of Imaal Terriers, Schnoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Ralphie is a Male Schnoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Schnoodles like Ralphie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

    Also, Henley is an adorable Male Schnoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Schnoodle

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

    Schnoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Glen of Imaal Terriers shed more than Schnoodles?

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

    Schnoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Schnoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Schnoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Schnoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

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

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

    Schnoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Schnoodles cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs. Schnoodle

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

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

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Schnoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Schnoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to train.

    Schnoodles are very easy to train.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Schnoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

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

    Schnoodles are very good for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schnoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Schnoodle 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 Schnoodle:

  • Bordoodle (79 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bordoodle.
  • Cockalier (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Cockalier.
  • Westiepoo (78 percent match with Schnoodle). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Westiepoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Schnoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Schnoodle. 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Schnoodle better suits you and your family.