Norwich Terrier

Life Span: 10 to 14 years

Availability: Rare

About Norwich Terrier
The Norwich Terrier is one of the younger breeds in existence today and shares his history with the Norfolk Terrier. In fact, the Norfolk Terrier was considered the drop-ear variety of the Norwich Terrier until 1964 when the British Kennel Club separated the prick ear and the drop ear into two different breeds.

Before that time, however, the Norwich Terrier was a breed that rarely had a standard a written description of the breed that puppies were bred to. The breed originated in England, and several breeds may have contributed to its development, including the Irish Terrier.

Between 1899 and 1902, a brindle-colored mixed-breed female was bred to a “Cantab Terrier.” The resulting puppies were called Trumpington terriers, and one of them, “Rags,” became the founding sire of the Norwich Terrier breed, being bred with various Trumpington terriers and Glen of Imaal terriers. For a time, they were known as Jones terriers, after Frank Jones, who was instrumental in developing them.

The Norwich Terrier moved with Frank Jones to the United States and found use as not only a hunter of vermin but also as a terrier who could work alongside Foxhounds. The Norwich Terrier was used to flush foxes Foxhounds couldn’t get to because they’d gone into their dens.

In 1979, the AKC followed the lead already set by England’s Kennel Club in 1964 and split the varieties into two different breeds: the drop-eared dog became the Norfolk Terrier and the prick-eared dog remained the Norwich Terrier.

Visits to Groomer- High

Drooling- No

Bath- Rare

Tolerance to heat- Basks in it

Tolerance to cold- Loves Snow

Exercise Requirement- Lots

Under Coat-No

Colour- Wheaten, Tan, Grizzle, Black & Tan, Red

Coat Type- Harsh and Rough

Hair Length- Short

Hair Density- Sparse

Norwich Terriers are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Norwich Terriers will get any or all of these diseases, but it's important to be aware of them if you're considering this breed.

Tracheal Collapse

Elongated Soft Palate

Epilepsy

Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia

Temperament
Norwich Terrier is characteristically alert, affectionate, fearless and loyal, never aggressive. It has sensitive prick ears and a slightly foxy expression. Spirited and stocky, they are one of the smallest working Terriers. They generally enjoy life and enjoy pleasing both themselves and their owners.

Training & Intelligence
The Norwich Terrier is an intelligent working dog. He’s happiest when he has a job to do. Training can be fairly easy with this breed as long you provide clear and consistent rules and training. Making a training session interesting rather than repetitive is another way to keep the Norwich Terrier engaged and interested in learning.

Breeding
Litter Size – 1 to 3 puppies (approximately)

Complication in Breeding-No

Procreation
Generally a dog takes around 18 months to reach his or her full height and structure. It is advisable to breed your dogs after at least two years of age. If you are a first timer at breeding then taking a vets help.