Miniature Schnauzer vs Norfolk Terrier

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

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

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General Details

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

12-14 Years

13-18 Years

Height

12-14 Inches

9-10 Inches

Weight

11-20 Pounds

10-11 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

Average

History

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Origin Country

Germany

United Kingdom

Origin Year

1888 AD

1932 AD

Temperament

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Average

Child Friendly

Average

Pet Friendly

Average

Stranger Friendly

Average

Above Average

Personality

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Traits

Affectionate

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Needy

Living Environment

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-80 °F

40-70 °F

Barks/Howls

Above Average

Average

Exercise Needs

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Energy Level

Medium

Exercise Required

Medium

Low

Top Running Speed

17 MPH

24 MPH

Strength

Low to Medium

Medium

Grooming Needs

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Coat Maintenance

High

Low to Medium

Shedding

Low

Dander

Low

None to Low

Drool

None to Low

None

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Breed Instincts

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Aggression

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

Above Average

Chasing

Above Average

Follow Commands

Average

None

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

Below Average

Average

Herding

Below Average

None

Hunting

Average

Above Average

Protection

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Above Average

Sled Pulling

None

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Average Lifespan

12-14 Years

13-18 Years

Health Concerns

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Common Health Issues

Cataracts

Progressive retinal atrophy

MAC Lung Disease

Mitral valve disease

Hip dysplasia

Luxating patella

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Coat Type

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Coat Texture

Rough

Scruffy

Straight

Coat Length

Short to Medium

Medium

Coat Coloring

Miniature Schnauzer

Norfolk Terrier

Breed Colors