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Compare Norfolk Terrier and Samoyed. Which is better: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle?
Name | Norfolk Terrier | Samoyed | Poodle |
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Origins | United Kingdom | Russia | Germany France |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Sled Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 128 | 57 | 7 |
Reviews | 0 | 15 | 14 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Small | Medium | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Samoyed? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle weight comparison: | 10-12 pounds (4½-5½ kg) | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 11 pounds (5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle height comparison: | 10 inches (25 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | 15 inches (38 cm) or more |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10 inches (25 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) | 15 inches (38 cm) or more |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Which is more expensive? | $2000-$2500 | $1200-$1500 | $1000-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle intelligence: | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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Trainability
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle trainability comparison. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | Poodle dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison: |
Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? | Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle social needs comparison: | Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. | Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle playfulness comparison: | The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Poodle is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? | Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier 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 Samoyed indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Samoyed 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. | Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norfolk Terrier bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Norfolk Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle mouthiness comparison: | Norfolk Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? | The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Poodle 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: Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle health problems comparison: | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Norfolk Terrier, Samoyed and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? | 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. | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle?
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle energy level comparison: | Norfolk Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Norfolk Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison: | High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle coat comparison: |
Wiry Shaggy | Dense | Curly |
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Colors
What are the original Norfolk Terrier, Samoyed and Poodle color? |
Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten | Cream White Biscuit |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle grooming comparison: | Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or {name3 shedding: | Norfolk Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? | Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? | Norfolk Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? |
Yes Norfolk Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Norfolk Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Norfolk Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Norfolk Terrier or Samoyed or Poodle? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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: Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle? | Not really Norfolk Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Norfolk Terrier and Samoyed and Poodle have? | 2-5 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
Norfolk Terrier vs Samoyed vs Poodle Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed. |
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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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? | 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 United Kennel Club |
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 Canadian Canine Registry |
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