Talk about an adorable dog! This little pup features tiny pointy ears, a fox-like face, expressive eyes, a stocky build and a wiry coat that can be red, wheaten, grizzle or black and tan.
A big dog in a small package, the Norwich Terrier has a larger than life personality. He is gregarious, affectionate and loyal with a keen alertness and curious demeanor. A busy breed, the Norwich needs regular mental and physical exercise so make sure you fit this in.All dogs have their own personality and unique training, causing them to differ slightly from these breed stats. Please let us know if we made an error in the stats.
The Norwich Terrier does fine in apartments. They don't need lots of space, so they should adapt well to apartment living.
While Norwich Terriers prefer to be around their owners, they can do fairly well when left alone if necessary.
Norwich Terriers do well with kids. Supervise them closely, as with any dog, but they are unlikely to become aggressive.
Typically, Norwich Terriers are friendly with strangers. They tend to be open and willing to trust people they don't know.
Although Norwich Terriers will mostly get along with other dogs, they may have some issues that socialization can help.
As far as dogs go, Norwich Terriers bark an average amount. Expect barking to alert you, get attention, or react to strangers and other dogs.
Norwich Terriers shed a medium amount. They have seasonal shedding, but they aren't terrible to clean up after.
Norwich Terriers don't require very much grooming. Typical maintenance and baths are enough.
The Norwich Terrier has a good amount of energy and needs walks and play to stay happy.
Although Norwich Terriers can be a challenge to train, they can learn with dedicated work or some professional help.
Norwich Terriers do well in cold weather. You may need to protect their paws, but they handle colder climates well.
Norwich Terriers do well in hot climates and can stay out longer without overheating.
