Whippet
VS
Norfolk Terrier
Whippet vs Norfolk Terrier
Compare Whippet and Norfolk 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
Whippet
Norfolk Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
44 – 51 cm
25 – 26 cm
Weight
9 – 19 kg
5 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Whippet
Low grooming
Medium
Norfolk Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Whippet
Medium sighthound combining racing speed with calm companionship. Sleek, lean and Greyhound‑like, with a short, easy‑care coat but little weather protection. Sensitive, gentle and people‑oriented, it needs kind training, safe chances to sprint, soft warm bedding and a stable, quiet home.
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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