A Detailed Comparison of the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier.

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Chinese Crested Versus Norfolk Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chinese Crested and for the Norfolk Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Crested or the Norfolk Terrier.

Chinese Crested versus Norfolk Terrier

Chinese Crested versus Norfolk Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Norfolk Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Norfolk Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Chinese Crested versus Norfolk Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Norfolk Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier

Factor Chinese Crested Norfolk Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Height 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 5/5
Weight Up to 12 pounds 11 to 12 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1430 $2500
Price Range $1000 – $1600 $2500 – $2500
Temperament Score 76.5 percent 92.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • RCD3-PRA DNA Test
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Ichthyosis
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 75 130
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 61 56

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Norfolk Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norfolk Terrier is 94 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norfolk Terrier is a better pet than the Chinese Crested. So, you should get the Norfolk Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are most different:

  • Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Norfolk Terriers can tolerate cold weather.
  • Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Norfolk Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Chinese Cresteds do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Norfolk Terriers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Chinese Cresteds are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Norfolk Terriers gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier

    The Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Norfolk Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier.

    Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Norfolk Terriers weigh 11 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Norfolk Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Norfolk Terrier

    The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Norfolk Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Norfolk Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Norfolk Terriers live longer than Chinese Cresteds.

    Temperament of the Norfolk Terrier Versus the Chinese Crested

    The Norfolk Terrier has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.

    This is because the temperament score for the Norfolk Terrier is 92.9 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 92.9 percent, the Norfolk Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 34 Chinese Cresteds and 14 Norfolk Terriers.

    Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Norfolk Terrier

    The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Norfolk Terrier puppy is $2500. The price of the Norfolk Terrier typically ranges from $2500 – $2500. However, the price of the Norfolk Terrier can be as low as $2500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Norfolk Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Norfolk Terrier is more expensive than the Chinese Crested.

    Chinese Crested Norfolk Terrier
    Average Price $1430 $2500
    Price Range $1000 to $1600 $2500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Norfolk Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Norfolk Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Norfolk Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Norfolk Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Norfolk Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    The Intelligence of the Chinese Crested versus the Intelligence of the Norfolk Terrier

    Chinese Crested Norfolk Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 61 out of 130 dog breeds 56 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Chinese Crested has an obedience intelligence rank of 61 out of 130 dog breeds. The Chinese Crested belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Chinese Cresteds tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Norfolk Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 56 out of 130 dog breeds. The Norfolk Terrier belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Norfolk Terriers tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Norfolk Terrier is more intelligent than the Chinese Crested.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Chinese Crested versus Popularity of Norfolk Terrier

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinese Crested is more popular with dog owners than the Norfolk Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinese Crested is 75 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norfolk Terrier is 130 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Chinese Crested

    Popularity of Chinese Crested

    Popularity of Norfolk Terrier

    Popularity of Norfolk Terrier

    Year Chinese Crested Popularity Rank Norfolk Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 68 129
    2014 65 131
    2015 75 131
    2016 77 134
    2017 79 128
    2018 79 126
    2019 80 131
    2020 79 130

    Health Problems of Chinese Crested versus Health Problems of Norfolk Terrier

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Chinese Crested is prone to more genetic health problems than the Norfolk Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Chinese Crested than for the Norfolk Terrier.

    8 health tests are recommended for Chinese Crested while 5 tests are recommended for the Norfolk Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chinese Cresteds and in Norfolk Terriers.

    Chinese Crested Health Problems

    Chinese Cresteds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chinese Crested puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Chinese Crested puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chinese Crested breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Chinese Cresteds for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • RCD3-PRA DNA Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chinese Cresteds here.

    Norfolk Terrier Health Problems

    Norfolk Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norfolk Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Norfolk Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norfolk Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Norfolk Terriers for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Ichthyosis
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norfolk Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Chinese Cresteds and Norfolk Terriers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Chinese Crested Breed is Primary Lens Luxation problems.

    This is because the Chinese Crested ranks 7 out of 17 dog breeds for Primary Lens Luxation problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1982 Chinese Cresteds, 23 of them had Primary Lens Luxation problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Chinese Cresteds, and how common these diseases are in Chinese Cresteds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 7 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 12 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 53 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 54 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 147 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Norfolk Terrier Breed is Congenital Cardiac problems.

    This is because the Norfolk Terrier ranks 1 out of 159 dog breeds for Congenital Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 592 Norfolk Terriers, 30 of them had Congenital Cardiac problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Norfolk Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Norfolk Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 1 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 2 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 20 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 29 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 37 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Chinese Crested and in Norfolk Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier:

    Disease Chinese Crested Rank Norfolk Terrier Rank
    Primary Lens Luxation problems 7 out of 17 dog breeds Not Common
    Baer Hearing Test problems 12 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 53 out of 145 dog breeds 37 out of 145 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 54 out of 159 dog breeds 1 out of 159 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 147 out of 182 dog breeds 29 out of 182 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems Not Common 2 out of 71 dog breeds
    Hips problems Not Common 20 out of 198 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Norfolk Terrier

    Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.

    Norfolk Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Norfolk Terriers?

    Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Norfolk Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Norfolk Terrier

    Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Norfolk Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Norfolk Terrier?

    Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Norfolk Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norfolk Terrier?

    Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Norfolk Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Norfolk Terriers?

    Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Norfolk Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norfolk Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Norfolk Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Norfolk Terrier

    Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Norfolk Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norfolk Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Norfolk Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Norfolk Terrier?

    Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.

    Norfolk Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Norfolk Terriers?

    Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Norfolk Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Norfolk Terriers?

    Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Norfolk Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Norfolk Terrier?

    Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.

    Norfolk Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Norfolk Terrier?

    Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Norfolk Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Norfolk Terrier?

    Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.

    Norfolk Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chinese Crested:

  • Bolognese (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Norfolk Terrier vs Bolognese.
  • Japanese Chin (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Norfolk Terrier vs Japanese Chin.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norfolk Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Norfolk Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Norfolk Terrier:

  • Boston Terrier (77 percent match with Norfolk Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Boston Terrier.
  • Cockapoo (75 percent match with Norfolk Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Cockapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Norfolk Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Norfolk Terrier to other breeds:

    Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinese Crested versus Black Mouth Cur     Chinese Crested versus Yorkipoo     Chinese Crested versus Italian Greyhound     Chinese Crested versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Chinese Crested versus Boykin Spaniel     Chinese Crested versus Saluki     Chinese Crested versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Chinese Crested versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Chinese Crested versus Xoloitzcuintli     Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound     Chinese Crested versus Irish Water Spaniel     Chinese Crested versus Mountain Cur     Chinese Crested versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Chinese Crested versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Chinese Crested versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Chinese Crested versus Schipperke     Chinese Crested versus Frenchton     Chinese Crested versus Finnish Spitz     Chinese Crested versus Silky Terrier     Chinese Crested versus American Eskimo Dog     Chinese Crested versus Irish Water Spaniel     Chinese Crested versus Sussex Spaniel     Chinese Crested versus Airedale Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Pyredoodle     Chinese Crested versus Briard     

    Norfolk Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Norfolk Terrier versus Standard Poodle     Norfolk Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Norfolk Terrier versus Labradoodle     Norfolk Terrier versus Welsh Terrier     Norfolk Terrier versus Mastiff     Norfolk Terrier versus Akita Chow     Norfolk Terrier versus Bearded Collie     Norfolk Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Norfolk Terrier versus Field Spaniel     Norfolk Terrier versus Border Terrier     Norfolk Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Norfolk Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel     Norfolk Terrier versus Shiba Inu     Norfolk Terrier versus Tibetan Spaniel     Norfolk Terrier versus Schnoodle     Norfolk Terrier versus Pointer     Norfolk Terrier versus Pomapoo     Norfolk Terrier versus American Water Spaniel     Norfolk Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Norfolk Terrier versus Maltipoo     Norfolk Terrier versus Labradoodle     Norfolk Terrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Norfolk Terrier versus Bull Terrier     Norfolk Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund     

    Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Norfolk Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chinese Crested and the Norfolk Terrier better suits you and your family.