Norfolk Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog

Compare the Norfolk Terrier to the Portuguese Water Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Norfolk Terriers and Portuguese Water Dogs.

Norfolk Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
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General Details
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
13-18 Years
10-14 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
17-22 Inches
Weight
10-11 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Portugal
Origin Year
1932 AD
1297 AD
Temperament
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Traits
Needy
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
None to Low
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Average Lifespan
13-18 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Norfolk Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Red
Wheaten
Black
Black and White
Brown
Brown and White
White
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