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Name	Norwich Terrier	Silky Terrier	Irish Terrier
Origins	United Kingdom	Australia	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Silky Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier weight comparison:	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier height comparison:	10 inches (25 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$2000	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier trainability comparison.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwich Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Irish Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Silky Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Irish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Norwich Terrier, Silky Terrier and Irish Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier energy level comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Silky Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Soft	Silky Straight Glossy	Wiry Straight
Colors What are the original Norwich Terrier, Silky Terrier and Irish Terrier color?	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	Red Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Yes Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Norwich Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Silky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Norwich Terrier or Silky Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Norwich Terrier and Silky Terrier and Irish Terrier have?	1-3 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Norwich Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	No data available

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