Norwich Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Compare the Norwich Terrier to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Norwich Terriers and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.

Norwich Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
10-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
10-12 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1932 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Allergies
Epilepsy
Degenerative myelopathy
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Primary lens luxation
Norwich Cramp
Neurological disabilities
Reproductive problems
Upper airway resistance syndrome
Bacterial skin infections
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Norwich Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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