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- Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Norfolk Terrier: Introduction
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier: Overview
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier
- Lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier
- Temperament of the Flat-Coated Retriever Versus the Norfolk Terrier
- Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Norfolk Terrier
- Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Norfolk Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Flat-Coated Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Norfolk Terrier
- The Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Popularity of Norfolk Terrier
- Health Problems of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Health Problems of Norfolk Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Norfolk Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier?
- Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norfolk Terrier?
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Norfolk Terriers?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norfolk Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Norfolk Terrier
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norfolk Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier?
- Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Norfolk Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Norfolk Terriers?
- Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Norfolk Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norfolk Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Norfolk Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier.
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Norfolk Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
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.
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier
| Factor | Flat-Coated Retriever | Norfolk Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 11 to 12 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1350 | $2500 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $1800 | $2500 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 92.0 percent | 92.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 94 | 130 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 18 | 56 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 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 Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier
Below is a list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier
The Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier.
Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Flat-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet 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 Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier
The lifespan of Flat-Coated Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retrievers is 11.0 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers.
Temperament of the Flat-Coated Retriever Versus the Norfolk Terrier
The Norfolk Terrier has a better temperament than the Flat-Coated Retriever.
This is because the temperament score for the Norfolk Terrier is 92.9 percent while the temperament score for the Flat-Coated Retriever is 92.0 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 92.0 percent, the Flat-Coated Retriever has an above-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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 87 Flat-Coated Retrievers and 14 Norfolk Terriers.
Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Norfolk Terrier
The average price of the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy is $1350. The price of the Flat-Coated Retriever typically ranges from $1150 – $1800. However, the price of a Flat-Coated Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 8 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever.
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Norfolk Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1350 | $2500 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $1800 | $2500 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and Norfolk Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many Norfolk Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Flat-Coated Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Norfolk Terriers?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Norfolk Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Flat-Coated Retrievers and many Norfolk Terriers are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Flat-Coated Retriever named Finch that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Flat-Coated Retrievers like Finch on pefinder.com.
Also, like Flat-Coated Retrievers, Norfolk Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Houston is a Male Norfolk Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Norfolk Terriers like Houston that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Ali Clay is the name of another Flat-Coated Retriever (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Little Richard is an adorable Male Norfolk Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Flat-Coated Retrievers and Norfolk Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Flat-Coated Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Norfolk Terrier
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Norfolk Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 18 out of 130 dog breeds | 56 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 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:
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 Flat-Coated Retriever has an obedience intelligence rank of 18 out of 130 dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Flat-Coated Retrievers tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is more intelligent than the Norfolk Terrier.
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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Flat-Coated Retriever is more popular with dog owners than the Norfolk Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Flat-Coated Retriever is 94 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norfolk Terrier is 130 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever
Popularity of Norfolk Terrier
| Year | Flat-Coated Retriever Popularity Rank | Norfolk Terrier Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 94 | 129 |
| 2014 | 92 | 131 |
| 2015 | 86 | 131 |
| 2016 | 89 | 134 |
| 2017 | 96 | 128 |
| 2018 | 91 | 126 |
| 2019 | 104 | 131 |
| 2020 | 102 | 130 |
Health Problems of Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Norfolk Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Flat-Coated Retriever.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Norfolk Terrier than for the Flat-Coated Retriever.
3 health tests are recommended for Flat-Coated Retriever while 5 tests are recommended for the Norfolk Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Flat-Coated Retrievers and in Norfolk Terriers.
Flat-Coated Retriever Health Problems
Flat-Coated Retrievers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Flat-Coated Retrievers 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:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norfolk Terriers here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retriever Breed is Thyroid problems.
This is because the Flat-Coated Retriever ranks 28 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 241 Flat-Coated Retrievers, 14 of them had Thyroid problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Flat-Coated Retrievers, and how common these diseases are in Flat-Coated Retrievers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
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:
The table below lists the common health problems in Flat-Coated Retriever and in Norfolk Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier:
| Disease | Flat-Coated Retriever Rank | Norfolk Terrier Rank |
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| Thyroid problems | 28 out of 115 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Patella problems | 85 out of 145 dog breeds | 37 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 129 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Eyes problems | 129 out of 182 dog breeds | 29 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 172 out of 198 dog breeds | 20 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | Not Common | 1 out of 159 dog breeds |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | Not Common | 2 out of 71 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: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norfolk Terrier
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Norfolk Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Norfolk Terriers?
Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
Norfolk Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier
Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Norfolk Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Norfolk Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norfolk Terrier?
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Norfolk Terriers?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Norfolk Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norfolk Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Norfolk Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Norfolk Terrier
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Norfolk Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norfolk Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Norfolk Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Norfolk Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Norfolk Terriers?
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers and Norfolk Terriers?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Norfolk Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Norfolk Terrier?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
Norfolk Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Norfolk Terrier?
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Norfolk Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Norfolk Terrier?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Norfolk Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Flat-Coated Retriever and how the Norfolk Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever and of the Norfolk Terrier to other breeds:
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Toy Poodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus Black Russian Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pomsky Flat-Coated Retriever versus Standard Poodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus Belgian Tervuren Flat-Coated Retriever versus Aussiedoodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus Spanish Mastiff Flat-Coated Retriever versus Spanish Mastiff Flat-Coated Retriever versus Brussels Griffon Flat-Coated Retriever versus Doberman Pinscher Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pyredoodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus Cane Corso Flat-Coated Retriever versus Standard Poodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus Whoodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus Manchester Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus French Bulldog Flat-Coated Retriever versus Miniature Pinscher Flat-Coated Retriever versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Flat-Coated Retriever versus Kishu Ken Flat-Coated Retriever versus English Toy Spaniel Flat-Coated Retriever versus Boxerdoodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus West Highland White Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Karelian Bear Dog Flat-Coated Retriever versus Mal Shi
Norfolk Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Norfolk Terrier versus Yorkipoo Norfolk Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Norfolk Terrier versus Sheepadoodle Norfolk Terrier versus French Spaniel Norfolk Terrier versus Boxer Norfolk Terrier versus Cairn Terrier Norfolk Terrier versus Yorkshire Terrier Norfolk Terrier versus American Hairless Terrier Norfolk Terrier versus Barbet Norfolk Terrier versus Briard Norfolk Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Norfolk Terrier versus Goldador Norfolk Terrier versus Komondor Norfolk Terrier versus Kooikerhondje Norfolk Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Norfolk Terrier versus German Wirehaired Pointer Norfolk Terrier versus Biewer Terrier Norfolk Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Norfolk Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff Norfolk Terrier versus Brussels Griffon Norfolk Terrier versus Basset Hound Norfolk Terrier versus Puggle Norfolk Terrier versus Bolognese Norfolk Terrier versus Curly-Coated Retriever Norfolk Terrier versus Shih Tzu
Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Norfolk Terrier better suits you and your family.