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Name	Glen of Imaal Terrier	Bichon Frise	Pumi
Origins	Ireland	Spain Belgium	Hungary
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Glennie Irish Glen Of Imaal Terrier Glen	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Which is the smallest dog, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi weight comparison:	34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	35 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi height comparison:	14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$700-$1000	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Frequent: The Glen of Imaal Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi trainability comparison.	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Agile Courageous Loyal Gentle Spirited	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi?	Average to High: Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi social needs comparison:	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Pumi dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi playfulness comparison:	The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi?	Low: The Glen of Imaal Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Very house-friendly dog the Glen of Imaal Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pumi indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Pumi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Glen of Imaal Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi mouthiness comparison:	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi?	The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Skin Irritation Thrombopathia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Glen of Imaal Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi lifespan comparison. How long do Glen of Imaal Terrier, Bichon Frise and Pumi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi energy level comparison:	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi coat comparison:	Dense	Curly	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy
Colors What are the original Glen of Imaal Terrier, Bichon Frise and Pumi color?	Black Blue Brown	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black White Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time) Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Glen of Imaal Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi?	Medium ⏺ The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi?	Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi?	Yes Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pumi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Glen of Imaal Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pumi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Glen of Imaal Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Bichon Frise or Pumi? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi?	Not really Glen of Imaal Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Glen of Imaal Terrier and Bichon Frise and Pumi have?	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Pumi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Bichon Frise Club Of America	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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