Norwich Terrier
This small, happy-go-lucky terrier loves everyone.
Height: up to 10 inches at shoulder
Weight: around 12 pounds
Coat: hard and wiry
Life span: 10 to 14 years
Breed Group: Terriers
The Norwich Terrier originated as a ratter on farms but moved up in the world to bolt foxes from their dens during hunts. Today he's an amusing companion who serves double duty by keeping your home and yard free of rats and other vermin.
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General Characteristics
Amount of shedding
  
  
  
  
  
Drooling potential
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Friendly toward strangers
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Playfulness
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
Easy to groom
  
  
  
  
  
Energy level