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The lashes are raucous, strong, low-herd terriers that stand no more than 14 at the shoulder. There is nothing imaginable or a nuisance about Glens.
Instead, his wiry no-frills coat, broad head, and bold front legs suggest a functioning farm dog from a time and place where substance was more important than style. And yet, they are also ridiculously cute. It takes a heart of stone to resist, reaching down to give a pat on a glen and well muscled rump behind the ear.
The glens are difficult terrains from tough country, the remote and rocky glens of Imla in the mountainous county Wicklow. The old-time farmers worked hard to make a living scratch from the desolate landscape, and their dogs were expected to work just as hard.
The Glens were developed as badge hunters, but they also performed various odd tasks around the farm. Glens carry the nickname “”Turnspit Dog”” because, according to some, they were used to run into a hamster-wheel contraption in the kitchen that turned meat on an open fire. Glenn’s highly personal bent legs, well-padded loin and powerful handicap were ideally suited for this. For several hundred years, these hearty dogs carried out their work in this remote corner of Ireland, except for all who considered them to be treasured.
In early 1930, sporadic reports of Glens moved to the United States with their owners; However, the breed did not set foot in the US until 1980, when many dedicated breeders and radicals imported foundation stock from Ireland and the United Kingdom. In 1986, these pioneers established the Glen of Imal Terrier Club of America.
The Glen of Imal Terrier, named for the area in the Wicklow Mountains of Ireland, where it was developed long ago, is a medium-sized work area. Sporting long and medium length double coats, Glenn has great strength and should always give the impression of maximum substance to the size of the dog. Unrefined to this day, the breed still possesses “ancient” features once common to many early terrier types; Its distinctive head with out rose or half-pricked ears, outward-tilted legs, its unique outline and apex is the breed’s identity and is essential to the breed’s type.
The gestation period in lasts for 60-64 days The primary period of the reproductive cycle of the female is called Proestrus and goes on for around 9 days. During this time the females begin to draw in males. The subsequent part is the Estrus when the bitch is receptive to the male. It goes on for around 3 to 11 days. The third part is the Diestrus. Usually, it happens around day 14. In this period the bitch’s discharge changes for distinctive red and reaching its end. The vulva gets back to average, and she will no longer allow mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time span between heat periods ordinarily keeps going around a half year. The litter size ranges between 6 to 8 puppies at a time
Medium brushing to prevent maturity (soft hair around ears, neck, feet and abdomen) to imal terrier’s weather resistant double coat glen, which has an outer outer coat and a soft undercoat. Weekly is required and should also be taken two or three times a year. They shed very little as a result of this effort. It does not take too long, and the bonding you achieve with your puppy is worth the time involved. Since glens are a dwarf breed, a small but strong grooming table is a very good investment. This will make the process a lot easier on both of you. Nails should be trimmed regularly, and ears should be checked weekly for debris or excess wax buildup.
Glens are versatile, trained and very smart. They love people but usually do not get chimneys with other dogs. They are quieter and less nimble than other terriers – but, nevertheless, they are terriers: brave, sometimes stubborn, and little furry critters, interested in their natural hunting pursuits. Like most terriers, they have a great deal of character and learn quickly, which can make training a pleasure, although they may get bored with repetition. Positive reinforcement is the key. Keep training sessions short: Five minutes of training two or three times a day is much better than a 30-minute session. Early Socialization and Puppy Training Classes Puppy Training Class Recommended
A little more back-to-back than the typical terrier, the Glens require moderate exercise to stay healthy and happy. As a dwarf breed with slightly curved front legs, glances should not go into strenuous exercises, such as walking on a leash – it is good to start strap training, but walking is short and fun. A small use of a puppy’s regular kubble can be used to reward him while on the leash. Let him walk in the yard thrown around the house or around, perhaps chasing a toy or ball. When that is enough, it will flop down for rest. Owners must prevent puppies from jumping off the couch, go down steep stairs, or get caught up in anything that is inappropriate on their growing front legs and joints. Can cause stress. Puppies need time to rise plates in their feet before they close any jumping or climbing or descending stairs. Going down the stairs is more stressful on the front legs than going down. Puppies in some breeders avoid ladders and jump until they are at least 9 months of age, as growth plates will close sometime between 9 and 12 months. This is a normal part of the developmental process but is especially important in dwarf breeds whose legs are short in relation to their body weight.
Ian Terrier’s Glenn should be fed a high quality dog food appropriate for the dog’s age (puppy, adult, or senior) and activity level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any questions or concerns about your dog’s weight or diet, check with your vet or dog breeder. Clean, fresh water should always be available.
Glenn of the Iman Terrier are generally healthy dogs, but there are many health and genetic screening considerations for the breed. These include hip dysplasia and eye diseases such as cone rod dystrophy. Responsible breeders may have screened their stock for situations in which there may be a risk of breed. Care must be taken to avoid unnecessary stress on the front legs during the first nine months of life. As with all breeds, Glenn’s ears should be regularly checked for signs of infection, and brush teeth frequently using toothpaste designed for dogs.
Recommended health tests from the National Breed Club:
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