Norfolk Terrier
VS
Shiba Inu
Norfolk Terrier vs Shiba Inu
Compare Norfolk Terrier and Shiba Inu 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
Shiba Inu
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 26 cm
36 – 42 cm
Weight
5 – 6 kg
7 – 11 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
2/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
5/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
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
Shiba Inu
Stubborn
Small
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 Shiba Inu
Ancient Japanese spitz-type hunting dog, small yet muscular with foxlike face, curled tail and plush double coat in red, black and tan or sesame with urajiro. Independent, catlike, loyal but reserved, strong-willed, high prey drive, needs early socialisation, firm positive training and regular exercise.
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