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