Skye Terrier vs Norfolk Terrier
Compare Skye Terrier and Norfolk Terrier: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Skye Terrier
VS
Norfolk Terrier
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Skye Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
3 – Terriers
3 – Terriers
Height
25 – 26 cm
25 – 26 cm
Weight
9 – 11 kg
5 – 6 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy Level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
5/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
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
Skye Terrier
Stubborn
Small
Norfolk Terrier
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
Tiny
Summary
About Skye Terrier
Skye Terriers are long, low terriers from Scotland with a straight, floor-length double coat. Bred to hunt fox and badger, they are calm, loyal and often bond closely with one person. Reserved with strangers, they need moderate exercise, regular grooming, and thoughtful, positive training.
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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