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Norwich Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Healthiness
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Life Span
| Pure Breeds | Member |
| Breeds A - Z | N |
| Breeds by Group | Terrier |
| Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids Hypoallergenic Low Shedding |
| Overview: | The Norwich Terrier needs a lot of daily exercise as he's full of energy and spirit. He's quite good with children and makes a loyal and affectionate family pet. |
| Breed Group: | Terrier |
| Weight (lbs): | 12 |
| Height (in): | 10 |
| Colors: | All shades of red, wheaten, black and tan, or grizzle. |
| Coat: | Hard, wiry and straight, lying close to the body with a definite undercoat. |
| Character: | Norwich Terriers are intelligent and playful. Very happy dogs, they make great family pets. |
| Temperament: | This breed gets along with other dogs very well. They rarely have a problem with children and will announce visitors with loud barking. |
| Care: | The Norwich Terrier requires regular grooming with brush and comb. Excessive hair around the footpads must be trimmed and old hair should be plucked twice yearly. |
| Training: | This breed can learn very quickly, but has a tendency to want its own way during training. Take a firm and consistent approach. |
| Activity: | A Norwich Terrier will adapt itself to the activity level of your family and enjoys digging in the yard, when allowed. |
| Country of Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Health Issue: | This breed is long-lived and hardy, but some may suffer from back problems and genetic eye diseases. |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |