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

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Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Spanish Mastiff: 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 Spanish Mastiff? 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 Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff.

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

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 Spanish Mastiff.

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview

A very important difference between the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff is a giant-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 Spanish Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Glen of Imaal Terrier to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff

Factor Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 26 to 35 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Weight Up to 35 pounds 140 to 220 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1050
Average Price No Data $1050
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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spanish Mastiff is not better or worse than the Glen of Imaal Terrier. So, you can get the Spanish Mastiff or 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff

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

  • Glen of Imaal Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Glen of Imaal Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Spanish Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Glen of Imaal Terriers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Spanish Mastiffs do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    • The Similarities Between the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff

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

  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are very playful.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds

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

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

    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, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff

    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 Spanish Mastiffs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is 11.0 years.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff

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

    Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Glen of Imaal Terriers shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff

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

    Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Spanish Mastiffs 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.

    Do Glen of Imaal Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?

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

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

    Can Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs. Spanish Mastiff

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

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

    Can Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

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

    Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Glen of Imaal Terriers good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Glen of Imaal Terriers and Spanish Mastiffs?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Glen of Imaal Terrier Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to train.

    Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

    Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs 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 Spanish Mastiff vs Australian Terrier.
  • Silky Terrier (79 percent match with Glen of Imaal Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Spanish Mastiff vs Silky Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff

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

  • Akbash (78 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Akbash.
  • Hovawart (81 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.