Norfolk Terrier vs Peruvian Inca Orchid

Compare the Norfolk Terrier to the Peruvian Inca Orchid. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Norfolk Terriers and Peruvian Inca Orchids.

Norfolk Terrier vs Peruvian Inca Orchid
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
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General Details
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
13-18 Years
11-13 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
10-26 Inches
Weight
10-11 Pounds
9-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Peru
Origin Year
1932 AD
750 AD
Temperament
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Traits
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
65-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
High
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
None to Low
None to Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Average Lifespan
13-18 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Skin allergies
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Skin infections
Irritable bowel syndrome
Sunburn
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Bald
Smooth
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Hairless to Short
Coat Coloring
Norfolk Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
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