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Name	Portuguese Water Dog	Eurasier	Norwich Terrier
Origins	Portugal	Germany	United Kingdom
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier?	Medium	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Eurasier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$2500-$2800	$2000-$2500	$1400-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier?	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier trainability comparison.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier?	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier social needs comparison:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich 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?	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Eurasier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier?	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Eurasier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Norwich 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Eurasier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier?	Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Eurasier and Norwich Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog 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 Eurasier 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 Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 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? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier coat comparison:	Curly	Thick Double	Wiry Soft
Colors What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Eurasier and Norwich Terrier color?	Black White Brown	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or {name3 shedding:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwich 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: Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich 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: Portuguese Water Dog or Eurasier or Norwich 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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier?	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Eurasier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwich 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich 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 Portuguese Water Dog and Eurasier and Norwich Terrier have?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Eurasier vs Norwich Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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