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Norfolk Terrier Dog Breed Info

Height: 9 - 12 inches   Weight: 11 - 12 lbs.
Life Span: 13 - 14 yrs.  Breed Group: Terriers  
Exercise Needs: Moderate  Grooming: Moderate
Good With Children: Yes

Looking for a living Teddy Bear? You can't get much closer than with the Norfolk Terrier, and adorable terrier breed that hails from the Emerald Isle. Thought to be a mixture of Irish Terrier, Border Terrier and Cairn Terrier, the Norfolk Terrier has an identical background to that of the Norwich Terrier. Breeders and exhibitors at one time considered the two breeds to be one and the same, however two ear types eventually emerged - drop and prick - with the drop ears being assigned to the Norfolk Terrier and the prick ears to the Norwich. Norfolk Terriers were recognized as a distinct breed in the 1930's.

Drop ears give the Norfolk Terrier it's gentle, inquisitive and highly adorable expression.  Norfolks are small, active little dogs that measure just 10 inches at the shoulder. The coat is hard and wiry in shades of red, wheaten, black and tan or grizzle, and it is very easy to maintain in both shape and condition. Norfolk Terriers are great companions who will provide their owners with plenty of love and laughs - and they make wonderful watch dogs!

Suitable to any size of accommodations, Norfolks do well in both urban and country settings. Exercise needs are moderate - a good daily walk is all that is required to keep the breed happy and healthy.

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Norfolk Terrier Clubs

• American Norfolk Terrier Association - National club dedicated to the Norfolk Terrier. Site includes history, related articles, events, and many galleries of pictures.
• Bluebonnet Norwich and Norfolk Terrier Club - Texas club with breed characteristics, ownership compatibility test, articles, list of members and constitution.
• International Norfolk and Norwich Terrier Club - Internet-based club with breed standards, health articles, members' photo galleries, club goals and policies, and discussion list (for members only).
• The Norfolk Terrier Club of Great Britain - Includes breed history and standard, photo gallery, show results, and events.
• Norwich & Norfolk Terrier Club - National breed club in the USA. Breed standard, recommended reference books, club activities, national NNT breed rescue.
• Pacific Area Norwich and Norfolk Terrier Club - Includes breed history, characteristics, and care, breeders directory, photo gallery, and event schedule. San Francisco Bay Area.
• Southwest Norwich and Norfolk Terrier Alliance - Includes breed standards, articles on care and behavior, resources including veterinarians in Arizona, and links.

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Norfolk Terrier Rescue Organizations

• Norwich & Norfolk Terrier Club - National breed club in the USA. Breed standard, recommended reference books, club activities, national NNT breed rescue.
• Norwich & Norfolk Rescue - Listing of rescue organizations in the USA.

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Norfolk Terrier Pictures

• Dino Site - Pictures of Dino the Norfolk Terrier.
• Leo - The life and times of Leo along with pictures and breed information.
• Maggie - Regency's Celestial Being is mascot of commercial site. Includes picture of sire Max-Well's Will B Good, best of breed Westminster.
• Rocky and Poppo - Pictures, movies and pedigree of Norfolk brother and sister in Japan. Pictures of other Japanese Norfolks, and display of Norfolk collectibles.
• Trooper - Puppy pictures of Trooper.

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