| Norwich Terrier |
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Breed Description | |
| Height: The Norwich Terrier should be under 10 inches tall. | ||
| Weight: The Norwich Terrier should weigh approximately 12 lbs. | ||
| Colors: The Norwich Terrier can be all shades of red, wheaten, black and tan or grizzle. White marks are not desirable. | ||
| General Appearance: The Norwich Terrier, spirited and stocky with sensitive prick ears and a slightly foxy expression, is one of the smallest working terriers. This sturdy descendent of ratting companions, eager to dispatch small vermin alone or in a pack, has good bone and substance and an almost weatherproof coat. | ||
| Temperament: The Norwich Terrier is alert and friendly. | ||
| Care: The Norwich Terrier should be brushed weekly, but never clipped or shaped. | ||
| Training: The Norwich Terrier is a quick learner with a mind of its own. They need consistent training. | ||
| Activity: The Norwich Terrier needs daily exercise on a leash but vigorous play will give them enough. | ||
| Life Span: The Norwich Terrier lives about 12-14 years. | ||
| Litter Size: The Norwich Terrier averages about 3 puppies per litter. | ||
| Country of Origin: The Norwich Terrier breed originated in England. | ||
| Brief History: It is speculated that the Norwich Terrier was developed using the small Irish Terriers and crossing them with other Terrier breeds, including the Border and Cairn The breed originally had two varieties, one with drop ears and one with prick ears, which were interbred and shown together. The two varieties were eventually designated as separate breeds, the original, prick-eared variety being the Norwich Terrier, and the drop-eared variety being the Norfolk. | ||
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 3), KC (GB), UKC |
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