| The Norfolk Terrier is a loving, hardy and active little | | | | clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow |
| dog that makes a great pet. They can easily be kept | | | | slower than the toenails of the front feet. Generally a |
| in an apartment as long as she is afforded frequent | | | | guillotine type trimmer is the best for this chore and |
| long walks. A properly fenced in back yard with | | | | competent instructions to accomplish this can be found |
| provisions for a digging dog would be the ideal | | | | on the net. |
| exercise situation. She was bred to be a hunter and | | | | Life Span |
| ratter so she should be socialized with small pets very | | | | The Norfolk Terrier can live between 12 and 14 years |
| early on. She is generally very good with older, | | | | with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living |
| considerate children. As a reminder, never leave a child | | | | conditions. |
| unsupervised with a puppy or dog. She makes a great | | | | History |
| watch dog but can tend to be a barker if left outdoors | | | | The Norfolk Terrier come from Great Britain where |
| with nothing to do for long periods of time. | | | | they hunted vermin. They were first registered by the |
| Approximate Adult Size | | | | American Kennel Association in 1936. |
| The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of | | | | Some Registries |
| the Norfolk Terrier is 10 to 10.25 inches to the withers | | | | - Norwich & Norfolk Terrier Club |
| (highest point of the shoulder) and 11 to 12 pounds. | | | | - UKC United Kennel Club |
| Special Health Considerations | | | | - NKC National Kennel Club |
| Most dog breeds have certain inherited health | | | | - CKC Continental Kennel Club |
| problems associated with that specific breed and the | | | | - APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| Norfolk Terrier is no exception. Although considered a | | | | - AKC American Kennel Club |
| very hardy breed, be on the look out for dry skin if | | | | - FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
| kept indoors, genetic eye disorders, back problems and | | | | - NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| heart murmurs. This disease list is an informative | | | | - KCGB Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant | | | | - ANKC Australian National Kennel Club |
| threats, please contact your veterinarian for a | | | | - ACR American Canine Registry |
| complete list. | | | | Litter Size |
| She should visit the veterinarian several times in the | | | | Around 3 Norfolk Terrier puppies |
| first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as | | | | Category |
| an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for | | | | Terrier |
| shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and | | | | Terms To Describe |
| on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for | | | | Friendly, fearless, loyal, active, affectionate, intelligent |
| check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your | | | | SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
| dog sweets. | | | | - Good watch dog. |
| Grooming | | | | - A very personable dog with personality. |
| The Norfolk Terrier has a silky, feathered medium | | | | - They like horses. |
| length coat that sheds lightly. She should be bathed | | | | SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
| once a month or so. She should be brushed regularly. | | | | - Poor guard dog. |
| Brushing will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, | | | | - She is a digger. |
| avoid mats and help you keep a closer eye on her | | | | - She will leave on an adventure. |
| health and strengthen your emotional bond with her. | | | | - She can be a barker. |
| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week | | | | - Should be under control when walked. |
| with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. | | | | Other Names Known By |
| Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and | | | | Cantab Terrier, Jones Terrier, Trumpington Terrier |
| tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal | | | | Every dog is an individual so not everything in this |
| disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss | | | | information may be correct for your dog. This |
| of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease. | | | | information is meant as a good faith guideline only. |
| Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and | | | | |