Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Glen of Imaal Terrier
Category
Labrador Retriever

📏 Physical Stats

32 - 40
Weight (lbs)
55 - 80
12.5 - 14
Height (inches)
21.5 - 24.5
12 - 15 years
Life Expectancy
10 - 13 years
Terrier
Breed Group
Sporting
Ireland
Origin
Canada
Rid the home and farm of vermin, and hunt badger and fox
Bred For
Water retrieving

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

4/5
Energy Level
4/5
5/5
Better
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
5/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
Better

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$2,427
Glen of Imaal Terrier
vs
Annual Cost
$2,668
Labrador Retriever
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Expense
Labrador Retriever
$2,427
Lower ✓
Annual Cost
$2,668
$3,147
Lower ✓
First Year
$3,388
$33,485
Lifetime Total
$31,402
Lower ✓
$552
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$780
$630
Lower ✓
Vet Care (annual)
$735
$560
Grooming (annual)
$264
Lower ✓
$660
Lower ✓
Insurance (annual)
$864
$55
Lower ✓
Insurance (monthly)
$72

Over their lifetimes, a Labrador Retriever (~12 yrs) costs approximately $2,083 less than a Glen of Imaal Terrier (~14 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Glen of Imaal Terrier

Spirited, Agile, Loyal, Gentle, Active, Courageous, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Curious

Labrador Retriever

Kind, Outgoing, Agile, Gentle, Intelligent, Trusting, Even Tempered, Affectionate, Playful, Friendly, Loyal, Independent