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Name	Cairn Terrier	Norwich Terrier	Norfolk Spaniel
Origins	Scotland	United Kingdom	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Toto Dog Cairn	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	Shropshire Spaniel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norwich Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	30-50 pounds (13-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$1400-$2000	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel intelligence:	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Norfolk Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel trainability comparison.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Affectionate Loyal Hunting
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Cairn 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.	Sensitive: Norfolk Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel?	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Norfolk Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel social needs comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Norwich Terrier 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.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Norfolk Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel?	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Norfolk Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	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 Cairn Terrier indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Cairn 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.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norfolk Spaniel 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 Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norfolk Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel?	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Norfolk Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel health problems comparison:	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Norfolk Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Cairn Terrier, Norwich Terrier and Norfolk Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Spaniel: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norfolk Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel energy level comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norfolk Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel coat comparison:	Waterproof	Wiry Soft	Feathered
Colors What are the original Cairn Terrier, Norwich Terrier and Norfolk Spaniel color?	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	White & Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Norfolk Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Norfolk Spaniel 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: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norfolk Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are 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 Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel?	Yes Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Norfolk Spaniel dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Norwich Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norfolk Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Norfolk Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel 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: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norfolk Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel?	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norfolk Spaniel 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.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel 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 Cairn Terrier and Norwich Terrier and Norfolk Spaniel have?	2-10 puppies	1-3 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Norfolk Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	No data available

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