Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier
Compare Dandie Dinmont Terrier and Norfolk Terrier: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
VS
Norfolk Terrier
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
3 – Terriers
3 – Terriers
Height
20 – 28 cm
25 – 26 cm
Weight
8 – 11 kg
5 – 6 kg
Life Expectancy
11 – 13 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy Level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking Level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Great with Kids
Small
Norfolk Terrier
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
Tiny
Summary
About Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Small, long-backed terrier with a distinctive silky topknot, the Dandie Dinmont is calm and affectionate at home but brave and determined outdoors. Originally bred to hunt otters and badgers, it has a low-shedding, high-maintenance coat and is rare, making responsible breeding vital.
About Norfolk Terrier
The Norfolk Terrier is a small, sturdy working terrier with drop ears and a harsh, low‑shedding coat. Friendly, alert, and confident, it suits families and other dogs when well socialised. Adaptable to flats or houses, it needs daily walks, training, and regular grooming.
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