Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier

Compare the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Norfolk Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Norfolk Terriers.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
9-15 Years
13-18 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
9-10 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
10-11 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1932 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Needy
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
13-18 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Scruffy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Norfolk Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
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