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

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Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Yorkipoo: 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 Yorkipoo? 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 Yorkipoo 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 Yorkipoo.

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

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 Yorkipoo.

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Yorkipoo

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Yorkipoo: Overview

Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are similar in size. The Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are both tiny-sized dogs.

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 Yorkipoo 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 Yorkipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Glen of Imaal Terrier to the Yorkipoo 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 Yorkipoo

Factor Glen of Imaal Terrier Yorkipoo
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 7 to 15 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 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
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 3 to 14 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1350 – $1850
Average Price No Data $1680
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 Yorkipoo. 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 Yorkipoo is 85 out of 125.

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

    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 Yorkipoo 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 Yorkipoo

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

  • Glen of Imaal Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Yorkipoos are good for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo 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 Yorkipoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are very playful.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Yorkipoo are very easy to groom.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Yorkipoo

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

    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, Yorkipoos weigh 3 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Yorkipoos are 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Yorkipoo

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers live longer than Yorkipoos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Yorkipoo

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

    Yorkipoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Glen of Imaal Terriers shed more than Yorkipoos?

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

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

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

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

    Yorkipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

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

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

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

    Yorkipoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs. Yorkipoo

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

    Yorkipoos 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 Yorkipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Yorkipoos 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 Yorkipoo?

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

    Yorkipoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to train.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to train.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Yorkipoos 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 Yorkipoo vs Australian Terrier.
  • Silky Terrier (79 percent match with Glen of Imaal Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Silky Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Yorkipoo

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

  • Biewer Terrier (79 percent match with Yorkipoo). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Chinese Crested     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bedlington Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bearded Collie     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Carolina Dog     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Affenhuahua     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Skye Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Cesky Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bullmastiff     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Boerboel     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Harrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus King Shepherd     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bearded Collie     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bolognese     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Basset Hound     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     

    Yorkipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkipoo versus Finnish Spitz     Yorkipoo versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Yorkipoo versus Shiranian     Yorkipoo versus Bearded Collie     Yorkipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli     Yorkipoo versus Saluki     Yorkipoo versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Yorkipoo versus Akita Chow     Yorkipoo versus Finnish Lapphund     Yorkipoo versus Spanish Mastiff     Yorkipoo versus English Springer Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Barbet     Yorkipoo versus Weimaraner     Yorkipoo versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Catahoula Bulldog     Yorkipoo versus Irish Wolfhound     Yorkipoo versus Dutch Shepherd     Yorkipoo versus Valley Bulldog     Yorkipoo versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Yorkipoo versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Yorkipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Manchester Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli     Yorkipoo versus Azawakh     Yorkipoo versus Newfoundland     

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