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Name	Irish Terrier	Norfolk Terrier	Sealyham Terrier
Origins	Ireland	United Kingdom	Wales
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier	Cowley Terrier Welsh Border Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Norfolk Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier weight comparison:	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	10-12 pounds (4½-5½ kg)	20 pounds (9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	11 pounds (5 kg)	20 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier height comparison:	18 inches (43 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	12 inches (30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18 inches (43 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	12 inches (30 cm)

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$2000-$2500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier?	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Sealyham Terrier is easier than average to get.

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outright Tempered Fearless Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Irish 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.	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: Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier?	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Sealyham Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier social needs comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Sealyham Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier?	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier 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 Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham 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 Irish Terrier indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Sealyham Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Sealyham Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier?	Irish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Sealyham Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier?	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Sealyham Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Allergies Eye Problems Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Skin Allergies Primary Lens Luxation Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Sealyham Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Terrier, Norfolk Terrier and Sealyham Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Sealyham Terrier: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish 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 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 Sealyham Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier?	1 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 to 1.5 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? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Straight	Wiry Shaggy	Wiry Dense Soft Weather-resistant
Colors What are the original Irish Terrier, Norfolk Terrier and Sealyham Terrier color?	Red Wheaten	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Sealyham Terrier 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: Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier 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, Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Sealyham Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham 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. 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: Irish Terrier or Norfolk Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? 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: Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier?	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norfolk Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sealyham Terrier 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.

Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham 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. 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 Irish Terrier and Norfolk Terrier and Sealyham Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Irish Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier vs Sealyham 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 1979 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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 Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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