Companionable
Happy
Selfish
Confidence
Intelligent
Fearless
Lovable
Spirited

Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Faithful
Respectful
Instinctual

Norfolk Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Irish Troodles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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Poodle and Irish Terrier

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Brown
Fawn

Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Silver
Red

Norfolk Terriers have short coats.

Irish Troodles have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Curly

A Norfolk Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Irish Troodle can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Mitral Valve Disease

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

Sebaceous Adenitis
Cushing's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Norfolk Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Irish Troodles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Norfolk Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Irish Troodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Norfolk Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Irish Troodles need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Irish Troodle dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Norfolk Terrier, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Troodle, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Norfolk Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Irish Troodles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Norfolk Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Irish Troodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Norfolk Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Irish Troodle feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Norfolk Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Troodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Norfolk Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Troodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Norfolk Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Irish Troodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Norfolk Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Irish Troodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Norfolk Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Irish Troodles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Norfolk Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Irish Troodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Norfolk Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Irish Troodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Norfolk Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Irish Troodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.