Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix

The Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix, is a mixed breed dog resulting from breeding the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff. Both of these dogs can be friendly but personalities differ, so you never know. The Glen of Imaal Terrier is known for being agile, spirited, and loyal. All dogs need proper socialization and that will be a big factor in how they interact with others. What does this mixed breed look and act like? Is it more like the Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Spanish Mastiff? Those are the questions we will try and answer below. Continue reading below to see pictures, videos, and learn more about the beautiful Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix.

While we really recommend that you acquire all animals through a rescue, we understand that some people might go through a breeder to get their Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix puppy. That is, if they have any Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix puppies for sale.

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Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix History

All hybrid or designer dogs are tough to get a good read on as there isn’t much history to them. Breeding specific dogs like this has become common in the last twenty years or so even though I am sure that this mixed breed found it’s share of dogs to the shelter due to accidental breeding. We will take a closer look at the history of both parent breeds below. If you are looking at breeders for new, designer dogs please beware of Puppy Mills. These are places that mass produce puppies, specifically for profit and don’t care at all about the dogs. If you have a few minutes, please sign our petition to stop puppy mills.

Glen of Imaal Terrier History

This cool looking little dog, the Glen of Imaal Terrier hails from Ireland. The name comes from a remote valley in County Wicklow. As you research more dog breeds, you will see that the majority of them are bred for a purpose. Typically hunting, stock work, and guard dogs. Lot’s of time for all of those. The Glen of Imaal Terrier was bred to hunt badgers, foxes, as well as rodents that would find their way into the home.
Unfortunately, this feisty spirit led people to place them in dogfights. Fortunately that doesn’t occur today. One really cool job they had was to walk on a treadmill that turned a cooking spit over a fire.
They were recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1987. He is still used as a hunting and family companion, but is a rare breed.

Spanish Mastiff History

The Spanish Mastiff goes by the name of Mastin Espanol in the Spanish language. This is a super cool dog and is an extremely old breed. It is nearly eleven centuries old - it is thought to go back to the tenth century. It is of course Spanish. They were used to guard flocks of sheep and to protect the shepherds. They are fiercely loyal and make for great guard dogs. They are protective, loving, and calm. They are also known for being aloof, calm, and intelligent. They might be aggressive towards other dogs due to their protective nature. They are not going to be a very fast mover due to their large size.

Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix Size and Weight

Glen of Imaal Terrier
Height: 12 - 14 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 30 - 35 lb.
Lifespan: 10 - 14 years

Spanish Mastiff
Height: 28 - 35 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 140 - 200 lb.
Lifespan: 10 - 12 years

Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix Personality

The Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff might be a little bit spunky. They can be an inquisitive little fella so keep on the lookout for that behavior! All dogs need attention and don't want to be left alone. That's why you have a pet, right? Plan on putting forth effort to socialize her as this will reap dividends in the long run. Please use always use positive reinforcement even though they can have a mind of their own. Enjoy being with your new mixed breed and love the relationship you will have with them.

Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix Health

All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems as all breeds are susceptible to some things more than others. However, the one positive thing about getting a puppy is that you can avoid this as much as possible. A breeder should absolutely offer a health guarantee on puppies. If they won’t do this, then look no more and don’t consider that breeder at all. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about health problems in the breed and the incidence with which they occur. We obviously recommend that you look for a reputable animal rescue in your area to find your new mixed breed. Health clearances prove that a dog has been tested for and cleared of a particular condition.

The Glen of Imaal Terrier mixed with the Spanish Mastiff might be prone to joint dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, among others.

Note that these are just common problems in both breeds.

Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix Care

What are the grooming requirements?

Even if you know the breed, sometimes it is hard to tell if it will be a heavy shedder or a light shedder. Either way, Get ready to invest in a good vacuum if you want to keep your floors clean! Give them baths as needed, but not so much that you dry out their skin.

What are the exercise requirements?

Plan on taking them for extremely long walks and hikes to keep their energy level down. This mix will more than likely have a high energy level. This exercise will keep them from being destructive. A tired dog is a good dog. A tired dog is a good dog though. Never tie your dog up outside - that is inhumane and not fair to him.

What are the training requirements?

This is an intelligent dog that will be a little bit challenging to train. They are going to want to take the alpha position and need someone with a firm, strong, hand that can let them know their place. The best thing you can do is break the sessions into shorter daily sessions to keep their attention span higher. It might have a prey drive and be disposed to running for and chasing small prey, but if handled properly this can be managed. All dogs respond best to positive reinforcement. So make sure to praise her when she does well. She is an intelligent dog who loves to please, and loves a physical challenge. The more exercise she gets the easier she will be to train. Proper socialization is imperative to all dogs and puppies. Make sure to take her to the park and doggy day care to get her around as many people and dogs as possible.

Glen of Imaal Terrier Spanish Mastiff Mix Feeding

"A lot of times diet is done on a per-dog basis. Each one is unique and has different dietary requirements. Most dogs in the U.S. are overweight. A mix like this one that is prone to hip and elbow dysplasia should really be on fish oil and glucosamine and chondroitin supplements as soon as possible. A good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background.

Overfeeding any dog is not a good idea as that can really exacerbate health problems such as elbow and hip dysplasia.

I good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background."

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