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Norfolk Terrier

Norfolk Terrier

Norfolk Terriers are small, hardy dogs that hunted rats in 1800's Great Britain. They are extremely versatile and can do just as well in an apartment as they would on a ranch. These guys make loyal and devoted companions.

About this Breed

The Norfolk Terrier is an adaptable little guy that originated in 1800’s Great Britain. This breed was used to catch rats, and they had quite the reputation for it. They are the near identical siblings of the Norwich Terrier. The main difference is that Norfolk Terriers have dropped ears, while Norwich Terriers have pinned up ears. Norfolk Terriers can make it out in the country or in the big city. They are still an active breed that needs daily exercise. You have to remember these dogs were bred as ratters, so you must watch them around other small animals, such as hamsters and ferrets. These dogs make loyal and affectionate companions.

Height

Male: 9-10in

Female: 9-10in

Weight

Male: 11-12lb

Female: 11-12lb

Fun Fact

Prior to 1979, Norfolk Terriers were elaborately called Norwich Terriers with dropped ears.

Favorite Names

For Males

  1. APOLLO OF FOREST SCENE JP
  2. Badger Simerdowns McKenna Schnickelfritz
  3. FUDOU OF FOREST SCENE JP
  4. MARKL OF FOREST SCENE JP
  5. MAX-WELL’S Cradle Robber
  6. MAX-WELL’S Diamond Theif
  7. Max-Well’s Miller Thymes
  8. MAX-WELL’S Viper
  9. TAKEZO OF FOREST SCENE JP

For Females

  1. Brooks Chase B-Joli Glory B
  2. Brooks Chase Queen-B
  3. Canela
  4. Caramel of Forest Scene JP
  5. DIAMOND OF FOREST SCENE JP
  6. ECLAIR OF FOREST SCENE JP
  7. Freedom's Rainbow Candy At Max-Well
  8. Gidget
  9. HIKARI OF FOREST SCENE JP
  10. Avalon Beulah She's So Poppilicious

Common Locations

  1. 群馬県, 日本
  2. ウィスコンシン州, アメリカ合衆国
  3. California, United States
  4. Missouri, United States
  5. 神奈川県, 日本
  6. Catalonia, Spain
  7. 日本
  8. Colorado, United States
  9. Indiana, United States
  10. New Hampshire, United States

Norfolk Terriers on Embark

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    Badger Simerdowns McKenna Schnickelfritz

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