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Name	Norwich Terrier	Puggle	Whippet
Origins	United Kingdom	United States	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	Beagle-Pug	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Which is the smallest dog, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Puggle? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet weight comparison:	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	15-40 pounds (7-18 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet height comparison:	10 inches (25 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$2000	$600-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Puggle is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet intelligence:	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet trainability comparison.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Puggle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Social Cheerful	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Puggle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet 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: Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet?	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Puggle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Puggle 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 Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Puggle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Puggle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet?	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Puggle barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Puggle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Puggle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet?	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Whippet 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: Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Cherry Eye Distichiasis Obesity	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Puggle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Norwich Terrier, Puggle and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet energy level comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Puggle dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Puggle dogs have an average exercise need.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Puggle dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	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.	1 to 2 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? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet coat comparison:	Wiry Soft	Smooth Straight	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Norwich Terrier, Puggle and Whippet color?	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Black Tan Red White Brown	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Puggle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? Norwich Terrier or Puggle or {name3 shedding:	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Puggle dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet?	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Puggle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Puggle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Good With Comparison

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

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet 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: Norwich Terrier or Puggle or Whippet? 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: Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet?	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Puggle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet 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.

Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet 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 Norwich Terrier and Puggle and Whippet have?	1-3 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Norwich Terrier vs Puggle vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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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