A Detailed Comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier.

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Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Norwich Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and for the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier.

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

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Norwich Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kerry Blue Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Norwich Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are Terrier Dogs. This means both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier 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.

Kerry Blue Terrier versus Norwich Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kerry Blue Terrier to the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier

Factor Kerry Blue Terrier Norwich Terrier
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Height 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Weight 33 to 40 pounds Up to 12 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1980 $2140
Price Range $2000 – $2000 $1500 – $2650
Temperament Score 73.5 percent 73.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Eye Examination
  • Factor XI Deficiency
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 128 102
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 35 38

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Norwich Terrier is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Norwich Terrier is a better pet than the Kerry Blue Terrier. So, you should get the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are most different:

  • Kerry Blue Terriers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Norwich Terriers get along well with other dogs.
  • The Similarities Between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier

    The Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are very playful.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Norwich Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier.

    Kerry Blue Terriers weigh 33 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Kerry Blue Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

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

    Lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Norwich Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Norwich Terriers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Norwich Terriers is 12.0 years.

    Kerry Blue Terriers live longer than Norwich Terriers.

    Temperament of the Kerry Blue Terrier Versus the Norwich Terrier

    The Kerry Blue Terrier has a better temperament than the Norwich Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Kerry Blue Terrier is 73.5 percent while the temperament score for the Norwich Terrier is 73.3 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 73.5 percent, the Kerry Blue Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 73.3 percent, the Norwich Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 49 Kerry Blue Terriers and 15 Norwich Terriers.

    Price of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Price of Norwich Terrier

    The average price of the Kerry Blue Terrier puppy is $1980. The price of the Kerry Blue Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $2000. However, the price of a Kerry Blue Terrier can be as low as $1400 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 9 Kerry Blue Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Norwich Terrier puppy is $2140. The price of the Norwich Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2650. However, the price of the Norwich Terrier can be as low as $1200 and as high as $4500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 14 Norwich Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Norwich Terrier is more expensive than the Kerry Blue Terrier.

    Kerry Blue Terrier Norwich Terrier
    Average Price $1980 $2140
    Price Range $2000 to $2000 $1500 to $2650

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Kerry Blue Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Norwich Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Norwich Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Kerry Blue Terrier puppy or the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier versus the Intelligence of the Norwich Terrier

    Kerry Blue Terrier Norwich Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 35 out of 130 dog breeds 38 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 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 Kerry Blue Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 35 out of 130 dog breeds. The Kerry Blue Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Kerry Blue Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Norwich Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 38 out of 130 dog breeds. The Norwich Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Norwich Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Kerry Blue Terrier is more intelligent than the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier versus Popularity of Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Norwich Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Kerry Blue Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Norwich Terrier is 102 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Kerry Blue Terrier is 128 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Popularity of Kerry Blue Terrier

    Popularity of Norwich Terrier

    Popularity of Norwich Terrier

    Year Kerry Blue Terrier Popularity Rank Norwich Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 126 89
    2014 128 97
    2015 124 103
    2016 127 103
    2017 129 105
    2018 129 108
    2019 133 102
    2020 133 109

    Health Problems of Kerry Blue Terrier versus Health Problems of Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Norwich Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Kerry Blue Terrier than for the Norwich Terrier.

    6 health tests are recommended for Kerry Blue Terrier while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwich Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Kerry Blue Terriers and in Norwich Terriers.

    Kerry Blue Terrier Health Problems

    Kerry Blue Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Kerry Blue 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 Kerry Blue Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Kerry Blue 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 Kerry Blue Terriers for:

  • Clear By Parentage
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Eye Examination
  • Factor XI Deficiency
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Kerry Blue Terriers here.

    Norwich Terrier Health Problems

    Norwich Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norwich 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 Norwich Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norwich 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 Norwich Terriers for:

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

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Kerry Blue Terriers and Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier Breed is Von Willebrands problems.

    This is because the Kerry Blue Terrier ranks 2 out of 15 dog breeds for Von Willebrands problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 122 Kerry Blue Terriers, 3 of them had Von Willebrands problems.

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

  • Von Willebrands problems: Rank 2 out of 15 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 22 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 51 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 98 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 102 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 158 out of 198 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 Norwich Terrier Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Norwich Terrier ranks 2 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 64 Norwich Terriers, 27 of them had Dentition Database problems.

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

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 2 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 13 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 22 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 86 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 94 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 109 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Kerry Blue Terrier and in Norwich Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier:

    Disease Kerry Blue Terrier Rank Norwich Terrier Rank
    Von Willebrands problems 2 out of 15 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 22 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 51 out of 144 dog breeds 94 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 98 out of 182 dog breeds 109 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 102 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 158 out of 198 dog breeds 86 out of 198 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 2 out of 49 dog breeds
    Primary Lens Luxation problems Not Common 13 out of 17 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 22 out of 145 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: Kerry Blue Terrier versus Norwich Terrier

    Kerry Blue Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Norwich Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kerry Blue Terriers shed more than Norwich Terriers?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Norwich Terrier

    Kerry Blue Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Norwich Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Norwich Terrier?

    Kerry Blue Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Norwich Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Kerry Blue Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwich Terrier?

    Kerry Blue Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Norwich Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Kerry Blue Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Norwich Terriers?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Norwich Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kerry Blue Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Norwich Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kerry Blue Terrier vs. Norwich Terrier

    Kerry Blue Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Kerry Blue Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kerry Blue Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Norwich Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Norwich Terrier?

    Kerry Blue Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Norwich Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kerry Blue Terriers good family dogs? What about Norwich Terriers?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Kerry Blue Terriers and Norwich Terriers?

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

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

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Easier to Train than the Norwich Terrier?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are very easy to train.

    Norwich Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Kerry Blue Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwich Terrier?

    Kerry Blue Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Norwich Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kerry Blue Terrier or the Norwich Terrier?

    Kerry Blue Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Norwich Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kerry Blue Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kerry Blue 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 Kerry Blue Terrier:

  • Irish Water Spaniel (78 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Norwich Terrier vs Irish Water Spaniel.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Kerry Blue Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Norwich Terrier vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwich Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Norwich 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 Norwich Terrier:

  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Cavachon.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (81 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Lowchen (78 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier vs Lowchen.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Kerry Blue Terrier and how the Norwich Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kerry Blue Terrier and of the Norwich Terrier to other breeds:

    Kerry Blue Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kerry Blue Terrier versus Bichon Frise     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Weimaraner     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Lhasapoo     Kerry Blue Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Frenchton     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Pomchi     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Lhasa Apso     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer     Kerry Blue Terrier versus American Bulldog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Barbet     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Cane Corso     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Papillon     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Black Mouth Cur     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Pomsky     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Aussiedoodle     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Valley Bulldog     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Dalmatian     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Black Mouth Cur     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Whippet     Kerry Blue Terrier versus French Spaniel     Kerry Blue Terrier versus Frenchton     

    Norwich Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Norwich Terrier versus Boxerdoodle     Norwich Terrier versus Scottish Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Norwich Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Norwich Terrier versus Whippet     Norwich Terrier versus Pyredoodle     Norwich Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Cane Corso     Norwich Terrier versus Bloodhound     Norwich Terrier versus Pomsky     Norwich Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Norwich Terrier versus Fila Brasileiro     Norwich Terrier versus Puggle     Norwich Terrier versus Cesky Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Frenchton     Norwich Terrier versus Barbet     Norwich Terrier versus English Setter     Norwich Terrier versus Bich Poo     Norwich Terrier versus Akita Chow     Norwich Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Norwich Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund     Norwich Terrier versus Whoodle     Norwich Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Norwich Terrier versus Puli     Norwich Terrier versus Bich Poo     

    Conclusion: Kerry Blue Terrier versus Norwich 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 Kerry Blue Terrier and the Norwich Terrier better suits you and your family.