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- Origin: England
- Height: 10 inches
- Weigth: 11-12 pounds
- Life Span: 12-16 years
- Nickname: Norwich
- Breed has existed since the 1800's
- Descendant of Irish Terrier
- Life Expectancy: 12-16 years
- Color may contain red, tan, wheaten, black and tan, and grizzle
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Norwich Terrier's are among the smallest dogs in the terrier group and are often confused with the Norfolk Terrier.
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Health Problems
The Norwich Terrier is considered a generally healthy breed. The norwich, like most purebreds, are susceptible to certain health problems. Those health issues include hip dysplasia,mitral valve disease,luxating patellas, and epilepsy. The norwich is also a small breed and like most small dogs have small litters. An average litter for the norwich is 1 to 3 puppies. The Norwich terrier has two coats, a soft undercoat and a wiry outer coat. Dogs with two coats require daily grooming and hand stripping.Wild Goose: Hand Stripping Stripping can be a taxing process, and should be considered when contemplating owning this type of breed.Sports and Activities
The norwich was bred to hunt rats and other small rodents in England. The Westminster Kennel Club: Norwich TerrierThe dog is a working terrier and is generally considered energetic, and tough. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1981.AKC: [http://www.akc.org/breeds/norwich_terrier/ Norwich Terrier Breed Standard}-
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Norwich Terrier Questions
Any one here have a Jack Russel Terrier? 2 AnswersVery good friends of ours own a JRT. He is 6'5" tall and it is funny to see him go for a jog with the dog, but they totally mesh. read more
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