Norwich Terrier

Norwich Terrier Puppies Description: The Norwich Terrier is a native breed of Norfolk, England. They are distinguished from the Norfolk Terrier by their alert, pricked ears. Their coat is generally short and smooth on the head and ears. They are a powerful dog for their size with a tight-lipped mouth and a scissors bite. The Norwich Terrier is a small, portable and adaptable dog. They make a delightful companion who loves to hunt, dig and investigate.

Norwich Terrier Puppies  Height: 10 inches
Norwich Terrier Puppies  Weight: 11 - 12 lbs.

Norwich Terrier Puppies  Colors: All shades of red, wheaten, black and tan, or grizzle; white marks and patches undesirable.
Norwich Terrier Puppies  Coat: Hard, wiry and straight.

Norwich Terrier Puppies  Temperament: The Norwich Terrier is alert, friendly
Norwich Terrier Puppies  With Children: Yes, when raised with children.
Norwich Terrier Puppies  With Pets: Yes, enjoys the company of other dogs, needs socialization to cats.
Norwich Terrier Puppies  Special Skills: Family pet, hunter of underground animals.

Norwich Terrier Puppies  Watch-dog: Very High
Norwich Terrier Puppies  Guard-dog: Low

Norwich Terrier Puppies  Care and Exercise: Daily combing and brushing of the shaggy coat of your Norwich Terrier is suggested. Take extra care when they are shedding. You may want to have the Norwich Terrier professionally stripped a couple of times a year. Minimal clipping is needed but the hair between the pads of their feet should be trimmed. Bathe or dry shampoo only when necessary. The Norwich Terrier should have daily exercise such as a walk on a leash, but an boisterous play session will also suffice.
Norwich Terrier Puppies  Training: Quick learner who needs consistent training. May have a mind of their own.
Norwich Terrier Puppies  Learning Rate: High, Obedience - Low, Problem Solving - High

Norwich Terrier Puppies  Activity: Very High
Norwich Terrier Puppies  Living Environment: Ideal for an apartment as long as they receive sufficient exercise. An owner of a Norwich Terrier should enjoy a feisty, busy, curious little dog.

Norwich Terrier Puppies  Health Issues: Cardiomyopathy, patellar luxation.

Life Span: 12 - 14 Years
Litter Size: 3

Country of Origin: England
History: Numerous dogs have contributed to the development of the Norwich Terrier. It is thought that during the late half of the nineteenth century near Cambridge England a small Irish Terrier was crossed with the Yorkshire Terrier to produce a small red and often black and tan "Cantab" terrier. From this beginning there were crossing of various other small terriers who eventually became the Norwich Terrier. In 1932 both prick and drop-ear types were recognized as the Norwich Terrier. In 1964 the English Kennel Club divided them into two breeds the Norwich Terrier and the Norfolk Terrier. The AKC followed the same in 1979. Originally considered a farm dog and ratter.