Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier

Compare the Dandie Dinmont Terrier to the Norfolk Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Norfolk Terriers.

Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
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General Details
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
11-13 Years
13-18 Years
Height
8-11 Inches
9-10 Inches
Weight
18-24 Pounds
10-11 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1932 AD
Temperament
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Traits
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Living Environment
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low to Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Low
Dander
None to Low
None to Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
13-18 Years
Health Concerns
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Hypothyroidism
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Glaucoma
Obesity
Skin allergies
Blindness
Eye problems
Lymphosarcoma
Intervertebral disc disease
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Scruffy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Breed Colors
Mustard
Mustard
Pepper
Pepper
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
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