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Name	Norwich Terrier	Tibetan Spaniel	Kooikerhondje
Origins	United Kingdom	Tibet	Netherlands
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	Simkhyi Tibbie	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? Which is the smallest dog, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Tibetan Spaniel? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje weight comparison:	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje height comparison:	10 inches (25 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$2000	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje intelligence:	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.	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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje trainability comparison.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? 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.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Aloof Independent Happy Intelligent Assertive Willful	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Tibetan Spaniel 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje?	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Tibetan Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje social needs comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kooikerhondje 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.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Tibetan Spaniel 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.	Kooikerhondje 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje playfulness comparison:	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Tibetan Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje?	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje 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 Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Kooikerhondje indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje 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.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kooikerhondje 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 Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tibetan Spaniel 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.

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje?	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Kooikerhondje 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis
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.	Frequent The Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje lifespan comparison. How long do Norwich Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel and Kooikerhondje breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniel: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Energy and Activity Comparison

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

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

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje coat comparison:	Wiry Soft	Silky	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Norwich Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel and Kooikerhondje color?	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Gold	Red White Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. 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 Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje?	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average 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 Tibetan Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje 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 Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwich Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje?	Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje?	Yes Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kooikerhondje 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.	No Tibetan Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kooikerhondje 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.	Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje 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 Tibetan Spaniel or Kooikerhondje? 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje?	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje 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 Tibetan Spaniel and Kooikerhondje have?	1-3 puppies	3-6 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Norwich Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Kooikerhondje Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.
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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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