Kromfohrlander vs Patterdale Terrier
Compare the Kromfohrlander to the Patterdale Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Kromfohrlanders and Patterdale Terriers.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - Both the Kromfohrlander and Patterdale Terrier are good choices for new or inexperienced owners.
- Children - The Kromfohrlander is very child friendly. The Patterdale Terrier does okay around kids, but is not as tolerant as the Kromfohrlander.
- Grooming - The Patterdale Terrier is easy to groom while the Kromfohrlander has moderate grooming needs.
- Barking - The Patterdale Terrier bark/howls frequently. The Kromfohrlander has an average level of barking.
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| Breed Name | Kromfohrlander | Patterdale Terrier |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 8-12 yrs. | 11-13 yrs. |
| Height | 15-18 in. | 10-20 in. |
| Weight | 20-30 lb | 11-18 lb |
| Intelligence | Average | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Origin Year | 1940 AD | 1940 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | Yes | Yes |
| Indoor | Yes | Yes |
| Small Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Medium Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Large Yard | No | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 40°F to 80°F | 55°F to 80°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Low-Medium | Very High |
| Exercise Required | Low-Medium | Very High |
| Top Running Speed | 24 mph | 20 mph |
| Strength | Medium | Medium |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Medium | Medium |
| Shedding | Medium | Medium |
| Dander | Medium | Low |
| Drool Amount | None | None |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Kromfohrlander | Patterdale Terrier |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | Yes |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | No | No |
| Focused & Patient | Yes | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Very Low | Below Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Very Low | High |
| Chasing | Below Average | High |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Average |
| Fighting | Very Low | Average |
| Guarding | Very Low | Below Average |
| Herding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Hunting | Below Average | High |
| Protection | Below Average | Average |
| Remove Vermin | Below Average | High |
| Sledding | Below Average | Very Low |
| Watch | Below Average | High |
| Breed Name | Kromfohrlander | Patterdale Terrier |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 8-12 yrs. | 11-13 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Bladder Stones | Yes | No |
| Conjunctivitis | No | Yes |
| Epilepsy | Yes | No |
| Patellar Luxation | Yes | No |
| Breed Name | Kromfohrlander | Patterdale Terrier |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Double Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Smooth Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Shaggy | Yes | No |
| Straight | Yes | No |
| Rough | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Short | Yes | Yes |
| Medium | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| White & Brown | Yes | No |
| White & Tan | Yes | No |
| Black | No | Yes |
| Black & Tan | No | Yes |
| Blue | No | Yes |
| Brindle | No | Yes |
| Bronze | No | Yes |
| Chocolate | No | Yes |
| Red | No | Yes |
| Tan | No | Yes |