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Norwich Terrier
VS
Border Terrier
Norwich Terrier vs Border Terrier
Compare Norwich Terrier and Border Terrier 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
Norwich Terrier
Border Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 26 cm
28 – 40 cm
Weight
5 – 6 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
Characteristics
Norwich Terrier
Super smart
Tiny
Border Terrier
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Norwich Terrier
Norwich Terriers are small, sturdy, confident terriers with prick ears, a foxy, alert expression and a harsh, weather‑resistant coat. Bred as farm ratters, they remain lively, curious hunters, need regular exercise, mental stimulation and moderate grooming, and are generally long lived.
About Border Terrier
Small, sturdy terrier originally bred on the England–Scotland border to hunt foxes. Affectionate, bonded to family, yet independent with strong prey drive. Needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise, secure fencing, and kind training. Wiry, weather-resistant coat needs brushing and occasional hand stripping.
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