Norfolk Terrier

This breed, once considered a variation of the Norwich terrier, was originally called the drop-ear Norwich terrier. However, in 1964, the KC created an independent breed, and the AKC recognized it in 1979. (Their hometown is Norwich, in Norfolk in aestern England.)

In the 1880s, Cambridge University students kept small terriers as ratters. One of them, named Rags, is said to be the ancestor dog of the two breeds. The Norfolk terrier was also called the Trumpington terrier, after a street in Cambridge.

The primary difference between the breeds is their ears. The Norfolk terrier has drop ears set well apart from each other, with rounded tips. Owners of prick-eared puppies often encourage their ears to drop by stroking them, taping them down, or weighting them.

Intelligent and delightful, these dogs make great household pets, but they are full of energy and need lots of exercise. They are also very adventurous and like to dig holes, so they need to be watched carefully. And, though they are the shortest of the Terrier Group, these dogs have stocky bodies and strong legs.

Origin : United Kingdom
Size : (male) Height about 10 inches ; weight 11-13 pounds
(female) Height 9-10 inches ; weight 10-12 pounds
Coat : Wiry. Colors include red, wheaten, grizzle, and black and tan.