Comparison: Norfolk Terrier and Norwich Terrier

Norfolk Terrier and Norwich Terrier are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Norfolk Terrier
Photo: Nutak, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Norwich Terrier
Photo: Gamma Corvi, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Norfolk TerrierNorwich Terrier
FCI group3. Terriers3. Terriers
Country of originUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
CategoryVery small (toy)Very small (toy)
Recognition features
  • One of the smallest terriers, low and sturdy
  • Drop V-shaped ears folded forward close to the cheek
  • Hard, wiry coat in red, wheaten, black-and-tan or grizzle
  • One of the smallest terriers, low and compact
  • Erect pointed ears (the Norfolk has drop ears)
  • Hard, wiry coat forming a ruff, red, wheaten, black-and-tan or grizzle
CoatHard, wiry, straight and close-lying; all shades of red, wheaten, black-and-tan or grizzle.Hard, wiry, straight and close-lying with a thick undercoat; all shades of red, wheaten, black-and-tan or grizzle.
PurposeSmall East Anglian terrier used on fox, badger and rats; today a cheerful companion.Small East Anglian terrier used on fox, badger and rats; today a lively companion.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.