Norfolk Terrier
VS
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Norfolk Terrier vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Compare Norfolk Terrier and Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Norfolk Terrier
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 26 cm
34 – 38 cm
Weight
5 – 6 kg
15 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Norfolk Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
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.
About Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen: small, sturdy French scent hound with a rough, tousled coat and shaggy eyebrows and beard. Cheerful, social and comical yet independent, vocal and strong‑willed. Needs plenty of exercise, patient positive training and secure fencing due to strong hunting drive.
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