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Name	Kromfohrlander	Miniature American Shepherd	Norfolk Terrier
Origins	Germany	United States	United Kingdom
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Kromi	Ameri Mini American North American Shepherd	Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier?	Medium	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature American Shepherd? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier weight comparison:	22-31 pounds (10-14 kg)	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)	10-12 pounds (4½-5½ kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	26.5 pounds (12 kg)	25 pounds (11 kg)	11 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier height comparison:	15-18 inch (38-46 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	16.5 inch (42 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$900-$1000	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier?	Average: The Kromfohrlander is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get.

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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.
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Trainability Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier trainability comparison.	Kromfohrlander dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier?	Kromfohrlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kromfohrlander dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Docile Trainable Good-natured Companionable Spirited Adaptable	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted	Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Kromfohrlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier?	High: Kromfohrlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier social needs comparison:	Kromfohrlander dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kromfohrlander dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kromfohrlander 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.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Kromfohrlander is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier?	Average: The Kromfohrlander barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Kromfohrlander breed.	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 Miniature American Shepherd indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Kromfohrlander dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier?	Kromfohrlander 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier?	The Kromfohrlander is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Miniature American Shepherds 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier health problems comparison:	Bladder Stones Epilepsy Patellar Luxation	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kromfohrlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Miniature American Shepherd 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.
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Life Expectancy Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Kromfohrlander, Miniature American Shepherd and Norfolk Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Kromfohrlander: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	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.

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier?	1 to 2 cups 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.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Kromfohrlander has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Smooth	Smooth	Wiry Shaggy
Colors What are the original Kromfohrlander, Miniature American Shepherd and Norfolk Terrier color?	White Light Brown Dark Brown Tan & White	Black Blue White Merle	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier? Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Kromfohrlander requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier? Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Kromfohrlander dogs shed above average. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norfolk 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: Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Kromfohrlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Kromfohrlander is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk 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: Kromfohrlander or Miniature American Shepherd or Norfolk 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: Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier?	Not really Kromfohrlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature American Shepherd 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.
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.

Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk 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 Kromfohrlander and Miniature American Shepherd and Norfolk Terrier have?	5-7 puppies	2-6 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Kromfohrlander vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Norfolk Terrier 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 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Kromfohrländer section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	Kromfohrlander Club Of America	No data available	No data available

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