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Name	Cavapoo	Norwich Terrier	Havanese
Origins	Australia	United Kingdom	Cuba
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavoodle	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Norwich Terrier? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese weight comparison:	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese height comparison:	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$1400-$2000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese intelligence:	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. 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 Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese?	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese?	High: Cavapoo 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: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavapoo 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.	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.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese?	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese?	Very healthy dog breed.	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Cavapoo, Norwich Terrier and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese energy level comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese?	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.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. 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 Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Wiry Soft	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Cavapoo, Norwich Terrier and Havanese color?	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese?	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cavapoo 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 Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Good With Comparison

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

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Cavapoo or Norwich Terrier or Havanese? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese?	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese 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.

Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese 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 Cavapoo and Norwich Terrier and Havanese have?	2-8 puppies	1-3 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Cavapoo vs Norwich Terrier vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America

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