Maltese versus Norwich Terrier. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Maltese Versus Norwich Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Maltese 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 Maltese 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 Maltese 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 Maltese or the Norwich Terrier.

Maltese versus Norwich Terrier: Overview

Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier are similar in size. The Maltese and the Norwich Terrier are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Maltese 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 Norwich 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.

Maltese versus Norwich Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Maltese 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 Maltese and the Norwich Terrier

Factor Maltese Norwich Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Height 8 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight Up to 7 pounds Up to 12 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2580 $2140
Price Range $1800 – $3000 $1500 – $2650
Temperament Score 82.4 percent 73.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 33 102
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 59 38

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Maltese 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 Maltese is 82 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 Maltese. 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 Maltese 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 Maltese and the Norwich Terrier

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

  • Malteses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Norwich Terriers can tolerate cold weather.
  • Malteses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Norwich Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Malteses are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Norwich Terriers are very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier

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

  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich 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 Maltese and the Norwich Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier are very playful.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Maltese versus Norwich Terrier

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

    Malteses weigh Up to 7 pounds when fully grown. Malteses are 8 to 10 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 Maltese versus Norwich Terrier

    The lifespan of Malteses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Malteses 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.

    Malteses live longer than Norwich Terriers.

    Temperament of the Norwich Terrier Versus the Maltese

    The Maltese has a better temperament than the Norwich Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Maltese is 82.4 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 82.4 percent, the Maltese 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 Maltese and the Norwich Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 17 Malteses and 15 Norwich Terriers.

    Price of Maltese versus Price of Norwich Terrier

    The average price of the Maltese puppy is $2580. The price of the Maltese typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of a Maltese can be as low as $500 and as high as $7995. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 413 Maltese 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 Maltese is more expensive than the Norwich Terrier.

    Maltese Norwich Terrier
    Average Price $2580 $2140
    Price Range $1800 to $3000 $1500 to $2650

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Malteses. 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 Maltese 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.

    Adopting the Maltese versus Adopting the Norwich Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Malteses and many Norwich 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 Maltese named Snoopy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Malteses like Snoopy on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Malteses, Norwich Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Kenny is a Male Norwich Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Norwich Terriers like Kenny that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Maltese and the Norwich Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Scruffy is the name of another Maltese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Malteses and Norwich Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Maltese versus the Intelligence of the Norwich Terrier

    Maltese Norwich Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 59 out of 130 dog breeds 38 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 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 Maltese has an obedience intelligence rank of 59 out of 130 dog breeds. The Maltese belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Malteses tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 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 Norwich Terrier is more intelligent than the Maltese.

    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 Maltese 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 Maltese and the Norwich Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Maltese is more popular with dog owners than the Norwich Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Maltese is 33 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwich Terrier is 102 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Maltese

    Popularity of Maltese

    Popularity of Norwich Terrier

    Popularity of Norwich Terrier

    Year Maltese Popularity Rank Norwich Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 27 89
    2014 29 97
    2015 31 103
    2016 33 103
    2017 33 105
    2018 37 108
    2019 36 102
    2020 38 109

    Health Problems of Maltese 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 Maltese 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 Norwich Terrier is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Maltese.

    3 health tests are recommended for Maltese while 3 tests are recommended for the Norwich Terrier.

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

    Maltese Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Malteses 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 Malteses 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 Maltese Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    This is because the Maltese ranks 6 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 155 Malteses, 2 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

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

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 6 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 16 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 41 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 98 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 139 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 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 Maltese and in Norwich Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Maltese and the Norwich Terrier:

    Disease Maltese Rank Norwich Terrier Rank
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems 6 out of 40 dog breeds Not Common
    Dentition Database problems 16 out of 49 dog breeds 2 out of 49 dog breeds
    Patella problems 41 out of 145 dog breeds 22 out of 145 dog breeds
    Hips problems 98 out of 198 dog breeds 86 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 139 out of 182 dog breeds 109 out of 182 dog breeds
    Primary Lens Luxation problems Not Common 13 out of 17 dog breeds
    Elbow problems Not Common 94 out of 144 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: Maltese versus Norwich Terrier

    Malteses do not like to be left alone.

    Norwich Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Malteses shed more than Norwich Terriers?

    Malteses 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 Maltese or the Norwich Terrier

    Malteses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Norwich Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Maltese or the Norwich Terrier?

    Malteses 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 Maltese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Norwich Terrier?

    Malteses have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

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

    Do Malteses Bark and Howl? What about Norwich Terriers?

    Malteses 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 Malteses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Malteses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Norwich Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Maltese vs. Norwich Terrier

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

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

    Can Malteses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Malteses 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 Maltese or the Norwich Terrier?

    Malteses get along very well with other dogs.

    Norwich Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Malteses good family dogs? What about Norwich Terriers?

    Malteses 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 Malteses and Norwich Terriers?

    Malteses get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Maltese Easier to Train than the Norwich Terrier?

    Malteses are very easy to train.

    Norwich Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Maltese Better for Apartment Owners than the Norwich Terrier?

    Malteses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Norwich Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Malteses are very good for new dog owners.

    Norwich Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltese

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

  • Pomapoo (80 percent match with Maltese). Here is our comparison of the Norwich Terrier vs Pomapoo.
  • Peek A Poo (81 percent match with Maltese). Here is our comparison of the Norwich Terrier vs Peek A Poo.
  • 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 Maltese vs Cavachon.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (81 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Maltese vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Lowchen (78 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Maltese vs Lowchen.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Maltese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Maltese versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Maltese versus Sealyham Terrier     Maltese versus Irish Terrier     Maltese versus Giant Schnauzer     Maltese versus Rottweiler     Maltese versus Irish Setter     Maltese versus Stabyhoun     Maltese versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Maltese versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Maltese versus Schnoodle     Maltese versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Maltese versus Akita Chow     Maltese versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Maltese versus German Shepherd Dog     Maltese versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Maltese versus Australian Cattle Dog     Maltese versus Irish Wolfhound     Maltese versus Saluki     Maltese versus Sealyham Terrier     Maltese versus Beaglier     Maltese versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Maltese versus Berger Picard     Maltese versus English Cocker Spaniel     Maltese versus Briard     Maltese versus Rottweiler     

    Norwich Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Norwich Terrier versus American Water Spaniel     Norwich Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Norwich Terrier versus Gordon Setter     Norwich Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel     Norwich Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Whippet     Norwich Terrier versus Skye Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Norwich Terrier versus Scottish Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Norwich Terrier versus Leonberger     Norwich Terrier versus Scottish Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Canaan Dog     Norwich Terrier versus Samoyed     Norwich Terrier versus Dalmatian     Norwich Terrier versus Shichon     Norwich Terrier versus Australian Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Norwich Terrier versus Shiranian     Norwich Terrier versus Mal Shi     Norwich Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Norwich Terrier versus Beagle     Norwich Terrier versus Barbet     Norwich Terrier versus Afghan Hound     

    Conclusion: Maltese 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 Maltese and the Norwich Terrier better suits you and your family.