Norwich Terrier Dog
INTRODUCTION
Norwich Terrier Dogs are Affectionate, Loyal, Alert, Curious, and Gregarious dogs they are from Terrier group. According to the AKC Breed Popularity, they rank # 103. Although these dogs are little they have a big dog attitude and are fearless. Also are very devoted to their human families. Norwich Terrier Dogs are Purebred, allergic and according to Google searches their Intelligence level is (ranked 38).
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HABITAT : Urban areas, including buildings, parks, and gardens
TEMPERAMENT : Hardy, Affectionate, Energetic, Intelligent, Sensitive
HYPOALLERGENIC : Yes
BREED GROUP / TYPE : Group: Terrier. Type: Purebred
SOCIAL UNIT : Family
LOCATIONS : United Kingdom
STATUS / POPULATION : DATA DEFICIENT (IUCN) Not a threat category, Population, and distribution data is insufficient for assessment
MAMMALS: DOGS AND RELATIVES – CANIDAE
KEY FACTS
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
Kingdom – Animalia
Phylum – Chordate
Class – Mammals
Order – Carnivora
Family – Canidae
Genus – Canis
Genus Species – Canis lupus
INTERESTING FACTS
1- The Norwich Terrier is portable. He weighs in at 12 pounds; you can take him with you everywhere. He’s adaptable, too, and is perfectly happy in the city or the country
2- Wherever you live, he does need exercise. This is a busy, active breed that enjoys both mental and physical exercise. Walks are good, but free playtime in a fenced area is even better
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CALLING NAMES / SCIENTIFIC NAME
Calling names: Norwich Terrier dog
Scientific name: Canis lupus -
COLOUR VARIATIONS
Grizzle, Wheaten, Black & Tan, Tan, Red
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COAT TYPE
Double coat
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LIFE SPAN
12 - 14 years
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APPROXIMATE SIZE : LENGTH / HEIGHT
Length: 38 - 43cm (15 - 17in)
Height: 30 - 36cm (12 - 14in) -
TAIL
The tail is generally docked to a medium length, set on high with the base level with the topline. It is carried erect
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WEIGHT
5 - 5.4 kg
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BREEDING SEASON
Throughout the year
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REPRODUCTION / GESTATION PERIOD
Reproduction: One or two times a year
Gestation period: 63 days -
LITTER SIZE
1 to 3 puppies
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LOOK A LIKE
Scottish Terriers
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FARM ANIMAL
No
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FOUNDED IN / DISCOVERED
1932
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ORIGIN
England
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DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
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OCCURRENCE
Families:
Species: -
FUEL FOR LIFE / TROPHIC LEVEL
Omnivores
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TO HUMANS
The outgoing Norwich loves people. He's eager to meet everyone he sees and loves getting attention. His affectionate and happy-go-lucky nature combined with his small size make him suited to any home as long as someone will be there to keep him company
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AS A PET
Recommended
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KIDS FAVOURITE
Yes
