The Norwich Terrier
Affectionate, energetic, curious
Though the Norwich Terrier is among the smallest working terriers, he certainly doesn’t know it! Don’t be fooled by the small package—though the Norwich Terrier weighs in at around 12 pounds and stands just 10 inches at the shoulder, these small but stocky dogs were bred to be tenacious ratters and are oblivious to their shorter stature.
This happy, affectionate breed loves lap time but definitely needs plenty of exercise. Originally bred to hunt, the energetic, fearless Norwich Terrier is prone to chase prey, so a leash or a securely fenced area is required. Epic fetch sessions will be rewarded with lots of love from this fun, inquisitive, clever, and very cute breed.
Spirited and eager to please, the Norwich Terrier responds well to training, which is a good thing as this clever breed can sometimes be stubborn or even bossy. A hallmark of the breed is its harsh, nearly waterproof double coat, which needs regular grooming to keep up its appearance.
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