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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Glennie or Borders? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Fox Terrier Glen of Imaal Terrier Border Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Glennie
Irish Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Glen
Borders
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) 35 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $800-$1000 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Glen of Imaal Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Active
Agile
Courageous
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier?
High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier social needs comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier?
Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Glen of Imaal Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
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 Smooth Fox Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Glen of Imaal Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Glen of Imaal Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Skin Irritation
Thrombopathia
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Glen of Imaal Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Fox Terrier, Glen of Imaal Terrier and Border Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier energy level comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier coat comparison:
Smooth
Double
Dense Rough
Colors
What are the original Smooth Fox Terrier, Glen of Imaal Terrier and Border Terrier color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
Black
Blue
Brown
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Glen of Imaal Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier?

Medium

The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier?
Yes
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Smooth Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Glen of Imaal Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Glen of Imaal Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Fox Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Border Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier?

Not really

Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Glen of Imaal Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Smooth Fox Terrier and Glen of Imaal Terrier and Border Terrier have?
3-6 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-8 puppies

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers

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