Norwich Terrier

 

Summary:

• The Norwich terrier is a social, lively and friendly breed.
• It is robust, alert and fearless.
• The breed is relatively energetic and likes to be active.
• Norwich terriers thrive on walks in the woods and fields.
• Owners should provide adequate physical and mental stimulation.

Breed description for the Norwich terrier:

The Norwich terrier is a dog with a wonderful personality. Sociable, lively and friendly, it creates strong bonds with its family. The breed has a robust constitution and is always alert and fearless.

Characteristics and Mentality:

The Norwich terrier is an active breed that loves to be in motion. It thrives on walks in the woods and fields and is always curious about its surroundings. Despite its size, the Norwich terrier is energetic and has a big personality.It is known for being a gentle terrier, but at the same time lightning fast and fearless when it comes to hunting instinct. Norwich terriers are usually obedient and understand what you say, although they can be a bit stubborn when they don’t want to do what you ask.

Size and Appearance:

The Norwich terrier is one of the smallest terrier breeds, but it has impressive energy and strength. It has a compact and low-built body with a broad skull and a wedge-shaped and short muzzle. The ears are upright and wide, and they give the breed a characteristic appearance. The body is short and compact with a long and spacious chest, and the back is straight. Norwich terriers have strong legs, short legs and straight forelegs with good angles backwards. The tail is set high and carried straight up.The fur of the Norwich terrier is hard, rough and straight. It lies close to the body with thick underfur, and on the neck it forms a beautiful collar that frames the face. The fur on the head and ears is short and smooth, but there is a little beard and eyebrows. The breed comes in various colors such as all shades of red, wheat, black and tan or gray mottled. The ideal height at the withers is around 25-26 cm.

Health:

Norwich terriers are generally a healthy breed and there are currently no known breed-specific diseases. Like all dogs, Norwich terriers should receive regular veterinary checks and a balanced diet to maintain good health.

Fur care:

As a trimmer breed, the Norwich terrier requires regular grooming. The coat should be brushed and combed once a week, and it is recommended to pick out the longest hairs and remove the undercoat over the entire body once a month. It is also important to remove hair that grows into the eyes to maintain good vision.Norwich terriers have fast-growing claws, so they should be clipped once a week. If the dog is going to participate in exhibitions, there may be a need for more specific fur care. When bathing, it is recommended to use a shampoo that is suitable for rough-haired breeds.

Want to know more about the breed?

If you wish to learn more about the Norwich terrier breed, it is recommended that you contact the breed’s breed club for further information and guidance. The breed club can give you insight into the breed’s characteristics, health and breeders who can help you find a puppy of this wonderful breed.You can also read more about the breed and its health in the RAS document, which provides a good overview of the breed’s status and breeding strategies for the future. The breed standard describes the physical and mental characteristics of the Norwich terrier and can be useful reading for anyone considering becoming an owner of a puppy of this breed.Good luck choosing your new companion!