Active
Courageous
Loyal
Agile
Gentle
Spirited

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

Glen of Imaal Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Corteses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Ireland

United States

terrier

Maltese, Welsh Corgi

16th century

2000

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
White
Blue

Glen of Imaal Terriers have medium-length coats.

Corteses are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

A Glen of Imaal Terrier can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cortese can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Overeating Tendencies
Skin Defects

Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Glen of Imaal Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cortese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Glen of Imaal Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Corteses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Glen of Imaal Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Corteses are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Glen of Imaal Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cortese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Glen of Imaal Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Corteses usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Cortese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-40 pound (16 - 18 kg) Glen of Imaal Terrier feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-28 pound (4 - 13 kg) Cortese feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Glen of Imaal Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Cortese is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Glen of Imaal Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cortese is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Glen of Imaal Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Glen of Imaal Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Corteses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Glen of Imaal Terriers are not cat friendly.

Corteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Glen of Imaal Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Corteses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Glen of Imaal Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Corteses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Glen of Imaal Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Corteses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.