Norfolk Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Norfolk Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
13-18 Years
12-15 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
10-11 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1932 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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
Above Average
Personality
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-18 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Norfolk Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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