Norwich Terrier

Norwich Terrier – breed of English hunting dogs, popularity which has recently grown significantly. But this is by no means means that people are passionate about hunting. The fact is that of these small, positive and active dogs are excellent companions. Norwich are true clots of energy, devoid of aggression and the dominant disposition of their ancestors – terriers. However, they remain successful hunters and obedient pets.

Content

• 1. History of origin
• 2. Description of the breed Norwich Terrier
  • 2.1. Quality and color of wool
• 3. Characteristics of little hunters
• 4. Pet education and training
• 5. Care Rules
• 6. Breed diseases
• 7. The regimen and diet of feeding
• 8. Features of the content of Norwich Terrier
• 9. Photo of Norwich Terrier
• 10. Video about norway terrier
• 11. A serious approach to buying a pet

Origin history

Experts believe that the breed appeared no later than the 19th century. in town Norwich (Norwich), which is located in Eastern England. Then these small-sized terriers performed in quality of labor – they took an active part in the hunt for burrows, exterminated rats in food storages. Besides, even then the dogs were companions.

Researchers know little about which breeds participated in breeding. But according to popular belief, they are descendants of terriers from Ireland or trampton terriers who now gone.

In 1932, the breed was recognized by the English Kennel Club, then to her Representatives were presented with certain requirements. There were two types of dogs, and for a long time there were disputes about which one is more suitable for an exhibition career.

Since the 1930s, breeders have sought to give them as much as possible. differences and as a result of hard work, they were recognized as separate breeds – norforl and norwich.

Description of the breed Norwich Terrier

The dog fits the general description of burrow hunters – small squat doggie with a strong skeleton and sternum moderate width – as massive and strong as possible.

Among working dogs, these terriers are the smallest representatives. Doggies weigh no more than 5.2 kg, and their height does not exceed 26 cm. During exhibitions experts do not lower their grades if the participant has “combat marks “that occurred during the hunt – damage to the ears, skin cover. Naturally, if injuries do not lead to inferiority animal.

In the standard, dogs are described as follows:

1. Head due to abundant hair seems more voluminous than it actually is. Like others terriers, Norwich have a spacious skull box with a little rounded top; the forehead seems flat, it abruptly goes into the back of the nose, the muzzle tapers to the nose.
2. The lips are thin, tight to the jaw. Big teeth arranged vertically, fangs are connected by a strong lock, form a scissor bite.
3. The nose is small, it is very sensitive and movable.
4. The eyes are oval, located a little deep, what is a protective element. The shade of the iris is dark brown. Looks doggie is always interested, in the look is viewed mockery and positive.
5. Ears are triangular, medium sized, allowed only standing type. During operation, they are in tension and go forward, in a calm state can be a little retracted back.
6. The body is strong, rectangular, with not too long, strong neck, scruff is not pronounced, no suspension. Breast the cell should not be wide, this will interfere with normal work, ribs possess springiness and are significantly pulled back.
7. The sternum is lowered to the elbows or slightly lower. The shoulders are well developed the back is straight, passes into the unexpressed lower back and croup with bevelled.
8. The limbs are short, straight, thick, with elbows adjacent to the sternum and moderately long, strong hips. The forelimbs are better muscled than the hind limbs.
9. Large paws with strong claws and well-filled pads, allow the dog to dig intensely.
10. The tail is carried at the level of the back line or slightly taller. It can be of natural size or cropped. In the first If it is strong, straight, a slight bend is allowed. In the second, it can only be straight, continuing the line the spine.

Quality and color of wool

Norwegians are covered with a thick, hard coat with a dense, a plentiful layer of undercoat. In the area of the head, muzzle and ears smooth, shortened, reminds silk to the touch.

The neck and neck of the terrier is decorated with a collar resembling a mane, consists of a long outer hair. The muzzle of the Norwich a small beard and bushy eyebrows. Doggies may possess the following colors:

• red – plain coat color, color varies from light red to dark red;
• zoned – a combination of red and black shades of wool in equal proportions;
• black and tan – the main shade – uniform black, there are tan burns on the limbs, muzzle, abdomen, sternum.

The individuals of this breed should not have white wool, even small spots. Marks and scars of light are allowed. the tones that the doggie acquired while working.

Characteristics of little hunters

The nature of the Norwegians has some features – they active, purposeful, not foolish and hardy. Such the pet is a great helper in hunting and fun, positive friend. The Norwich Terrier is very attached to its owners, has a good natured disposition.

Such a playful doggie can be taken in a family with children, they sure to find a common language and figure out how to spend together time. But, naturally, such an interaction will be accompanied by fuss, screaming and running around, you will have to silence to forget.

A puppy, getting into a new house, immediately captivates everyone its inhabitants, literally falling in love with themselves. He is not jealous, therefore can live side by side with other pets.

But future owners should know in advance that the Norwich is curious, active, it can be very noisy, wreaking havoc in the house. Doggie not away cast a voice – from joy or anxiety, and also float teeth, gnawing everything he likes.

Despite its modest size and provocative disposition, the Norwich is not without nobility and independence. He has pronounced hunting qualities, so during the walks do not let him go with leash. Chasing past a running cat, a doggie can do so to get carried away that will cease to be distracted by teams.

These dogs are very vigilant, which makes them beautiful by the watchmen. Terrier may be seriously affected house territory – these little terriers love to dig, and in hunting time Norwich are able to break the deepest holes rodents. Therefore, at the house they will dig a plot along and across, getting great pleasure from it and spending surplus energy.

Doggies are very jumping, meeting the owner, the pet will jump on him, expressing incredible joy. Such behavior considered bad form and it is advisable to wean a pet from this habits since puppyhood.

Pet education and training

If you approach the process correctly, training Norwich will be quite simple. The pet is curious, active, if to conduct classes in a playful way, then he will certainly be interested and so drawn in that he himself will demand continuation.

Naturally, correctly executed teams should be encouraged. snacks and praise. Punishing the “student” is possible only for serious misconduct, for example, if during training he decided “to hunt.”

The duration of the lesson should be at least 1 hour, but it can be extended if the dog has a desire. Ideal frequency classes – every 2 days. Generally, a raised Norwich will not be worn for any cat passing by, barking at passers-by or rushing on passing vehicles. He is calm, collected, not aggressive.

Care Rules

It’s easy to care for such a pet, but the owner will have to take into account some features. It is necessary to comb out the animal weekly, more often, the procedure is carried out during molting. Wool dogs aren’t very dirty, so they bathe her when it’s necessary.

Very good for the health and appearance of the norwich, as well as for other representatives of wire-haired breeds, regular trimming, in the process of which plucked off dead hairs. It can be done independently or in salon conditions. Similar procedure positively affects the condition of the skin, allows better to grow new wool.

Be sure to inspect the dog’s eyes, teeth and ears, especially if the pet is involved in the hunt. An important aspect is timely vaccination, treatment against external parasites in spring-summer period and quarterly deworming.

All terriers, including Norwich, need physical loads. With a pet you need to walk twice a day, play, to do. But the dog himself is able to provide himself with exercises, running and frolic in the yard, and at home amusing himself with toys.

The pet requires attention, otherwise the interior of the house may suffer from this small, bored “hurricane”.

Breed diseases

Representatives of the breed are considered strong and hardy dogs, life expectancy varies from 12 to 16 years. But from the ancestors they still got some genetic diseases:

• epilepsy;
• tracheal collapse;
• hyperplasia of the soft palate.

The owner of the bitch participating in the breeding should know that labor in dogs of this breed is associated with a number of difficulties. First of all, puppies are born large, with large head and often four-legged moms need help specialist. If the female cannot be born on her own, she perform a cesarean section.

The weak point of all short-legged doggies with an elongated body is back, to avoid pathologies of the spine, you can not overfeed favorite. Excess weight will exert excessive load, which negatively affect the condition of the vertebrae, heart, gastrointestinal tract.

Norwich often have eye diseases, most often it cataract. Terriers are also prone to respiratory pathologies. system.

The regimen and diet of feeding

The owner can choose one of two options – feed the pet natural food or production diets. In the second case you should choose a quality product that does not contain artificial ingredients, flavors and other chemical additives. Feed it is advisable to buy in a specialized store, he should suitable for small, wire-haired dogs.

With natural feeding, the owner should make balanced menu including healthy foods: lean meats varieties, boiled offal, vegetables, rice, buckwheat porridge, dairy drinks, cottage cheese. Cereals seasoned with vegetable oil, fresh chopped herbs. They love Norwich and fruit.

Do not give the dog the following food:

• tubular bones;
• confectionery and pastries;
• sausages, smoked meats;
• canned food;
• fried dishes, marinades, spices.

Food intended for the pet must be fresh and high quality. Mandatory introduced to feed vitamin and mineral complexes.

Features of the content of Norwich Terrier

A positive and sociable pet should live next to his family. Since if he can bear the cold of the street, hiding in a booth, then loneliness and lack of attention will negatively affect on his character and well-being.

Norwich are suitable for living in an apartment, as well as in their the house. They fade a little, do not smell much and are quite neat. These doggies are quickly excited, but, if required, can quickly calm down. The dog can adjust to the rhythm of life family organically fit into it.

Such a pet is refined, like most representatives of decorative breeds, you don’t have to rush with it, protecting from the outside world.

Photo of Norwich Terrier

Video about norway terrier

A serious approach to buying a pet

Norwich Terrier is expensive, so don’t act hotly. First of all, it is necessary to decide for which A pet is needed for goals, and its cost will depend on this:

• pet class – puppies are included in this category, who do not have an exhibition career, and they are not suitable for breeding, but do not have serious defects, look like others Norwich – their purpose is to be hunters’ favorites and helpers; for such a baby you will have to pay an average of 35,000 rubles;
• brid-class – the baby does not reach championship data, it can be used to produce offspring and hunting work; the cost of puppies in this category reaches 50,000 rubles;
• show class – offspring with excellent data, suitable for the owner who wants to not only participate with your pet in exhibition events, but also receive positive results. The initial price is 50,000 rubles and higher.

It is better to get a puppy in a kennel that has a good reputation. An experienced breeder cares about the quality of the offspring, rejects unsuitable individuals and provides good conditions. In addition, he will advise on any issues arising. in the process of growing, educating and training the ward.

There are 2 active nurseries in Moscow breeding and selling puppies of this breed:

• Catcher Trave http://www.norwich-terrier.su/contacts.html;
• “Sugar Cube” http://www.westies.ru/westy/index.phtml.

Norwich Terrier – a kind of doggie with an original appearance and temperament. He is not just home pet, and a family member, faithful and affectionate. But to the owners will have to face his pranks more than once, so you need have patience.