Norfolk Terrier: breed features and rules of care

Many people have pets in their homes. Some of them prefer dogs. Today we will talk about such pets of the Norfolk Terrier breed.

The breed Norfolk Terrier was bred at the end of the XIX century in England. For a long time, it was considered a Norfolk-Norwich breed due to its strong external similarity. Only in 1964 they were recognized by different species.

Norfolk dogs differ from a norwich terrier only in ears. In the first breed they are standing, and in the second species they hang down. Subsequently, these animals became a symbol of the University of Cambridge, as they are quite popular among students.

Norfolk Terrier is a small dog, about 25 centimeters high. Despite the fact that her legs and body are small, they are quite powerful and strongly developed. The head of the animal is wide and rounded.

The muzzle is a trapezoidal shape. The eyes are small, they are egg-shaped. Their color is dark.

The ears of this breed hang down. By the end they are a little bit rounded. The tail of the dog is short and straight. The hair that grows on the head and on the ears is slightly shorter than on the rest of the body. Whiskers and eyebrows grow medium length.

The neck is muscular and well developed, its length is average. The jaws are strong and the teeth are rather large. The paws of the dog are round in shape with dense pads.

Most often wool has a beautiful wheat shade. Norfolk puppies can grow in a variety of red and gray shades. Less common individuals of black and tan color.

Wool grows stiff and straight. In the region of the cervical region and on the shoulders, it is much coarser and longer than on other parts of the body. It is polluted slowly. At the same time the undercoat practically does not fade.

Norfolk Terrier is an excellent guard. He is quite active and cheerful. Adults are obedient. They grow sensitive in dealing with their owner and with other animals.

Norfolk Terrier has a calm and balanced character. He does not suffer from sudden mood swings. Representatives of this breed are curious, and they are trying to participate in almost everything.

Despite the fact that such a dog grows vigorous, it can easily adapt to the lifestyle of its owner. If you properly raise a pet, he will not suffer aggressive differences and excessive pampered.

The dog is considered contact. She gets along well with small children, and can even protect them in case of danger. The animal behaves with great confidence and importance.

Usually, among the households Norfolk terrier chooses a pet. And also the dog loves to watch the owners and everything that happens around it. In this case, at the first call, the pet will come to family members.

Dogs of this breed will be able to live for 16 years. But remember that they cannot exist outside the home. Living on the street in a booth, on a chain will be able to dramatically change the character of the individual for the worse and significantly reduce the years of life.

Such a pet can be kept both in a private house and in an apartment. After all, the animal will take very little space in the home. If you keep a terrier in a small apartment, then you definitely need to take him for a walk every day and walk with him longer.

Walking the dog is better in the morning or in the evening. And during the walk you need to pay attention not only to simple active games with your pet, but also to full physical exertion.

Walking with Norfolk terriers should not last less than 30 minutes. The best option is one hour.

Categorically it is impossible to put representatives of this breed on a chain. Indeed, for such inquisitive dogs it is important to participate in the life of their owner. In addition, they love frequent active games.

The place intended for the pet must be absolutely clean and warm. It should be periodically cleaned and washed thoroughly. The bed can not be placed on drafts.

Norfolk Terrier can be fed as ready-made special food from the store, and natural food. If you choose the first option, then keep in mind that only super-premium food is suitable for this breed.

Currently, there is a considerable variety of ready-made feeds suitable for this breed of dogs.

• Royal Canin. This manufacturer produces a special food intended for medium-sized dogs. It is called Royal Canin Medium Adult and is a complete nutritional compound that can fully restore energy even to overly active individuals.

• Hills This food allows you to maintain the muscle mass of the dog. And it also contributes to the normal operation of the digestive system of the animal. The basis of this food is lamb meat and rice grains.

• Acana. In the assortment you can find food designed to feed active dogs of any size. This diet is perfect for Norfolk Terrier. The menu includes chicken fillet, chicken eggs, flounder. And it can also contain various fruits, vegetables, insides, cartilage. At the same time, there are no ingredients that can cause an allergic reaction in your pet (potatoes, cereal products, rice).

• Almo Nature. This brand produces both dry food types and canned food in cans for dogs. Rations include a large percentage of fish fillets (white fish, salmon) or meat fillets (most often use chicken or lamb).

• Brit Care. This brand produces feed for active breeds of all ages and any mass. It also produces rations designed separately for medium-sized dogs. Both varieties will be suitable for the Norfolk Terrier. They may contain chicken or lamb meat, rice components. As well as in the composition you can find medicinal herbs that contribute to the improvement of metabolic processes and have anti-inflammatory effect.

• Bosch. The product range of this brand has a diet created for breeds of medium size. This food is called Junior Medium. It has a high content of natural protein, mineral and vitamin supplements and essential fatty acids. Food produced under this brand helps to strengthen the teeth.

• Belcando. This company produces both dry food and canned food in cans. Rations contain at least 80% of natural animal protein. The basis of the menu includes most often meat of poultry or lamb. In the composition you can find a large amount of starch and grape seed flour. Such flour contributes to the additional protection of the cells of the dog

Often for Norfolk individuals use natural food. When preparing your diet, keep in mind that only a fully balanced menu will be suitable for representatives of this breed.

In food in equal proportions should be contained fats, carbohydrates, proteins. As well as cooked food must necessarily include mineral and vitamin components.

The dog must be given meat periodically. It is best to use beef fillet or boiled poultry. Cereals should also be included in the menu. It is worth taking buckwheat, oatmeal or rice grains.

For normal growth and development of such a dog, fruits and vegetables are also excellent. Fermented milk products (ryazhenka, kefir, cottage cheese) are also great for the Norfolk Terrier.

It is recommended to completely eliminate pork from the menu. For adults of this breed, two full meals per day will be enough. Small puppies should be given food 5 times a day.

Norfolk Terriers should not be bathed too often. Wash the animal should only be contaminated wool. In this case, regular brushing for such a pet is necessary. Moreover, this procedure should be carried out at least three times a week.

At least three times a year, the dog must be taken for a haircut to a specialist. It is worth regularly to clean auricles and cut nails.

Norfolk terriers have good health, but their bodies can react badly to vaccinations. Also, dogs of this breed sometimes suffer from dislocation of the popliteal joints.

Periodically, the pet needs to wash eyes well. To do this, pre-prepare the composition, which includes chamomile (1 tablespoon to 1 cup of water). You can perform the procedure with a cotton pad.

Norfolk Terriers need to start raising from childhood. Even a puppy dog ​​must understand who its owner, and that he needs to obey. In the process of training the dog can not be categorically beaten. Otherwise, it may adversely affect the character of the pet. Most often, learning begins with 2-month-old pets.

The dog should not experience the aggression of the owner. In the process of raising a pet is better to encourage small delicacies. This will help the animal to quickly master the basic commands of man.

In rare cases, it is possible to observe serious behavioral abnormalities in Norfolk Terriers due to improper upbringing. So, some individuals may show aggression. Moreover, it can be directed at family members, at children or other animals while walking along the street. But you can fix it at almost any age, engaging in training.

Some dogs grow too cowardly. They are afraid of harsh and loud sounds, too busy street. And also pets can be frightened of people, other animals. As a rule, such a problem with terriers can be due to severe fate (if the animal was taken from shelters), due to improper feeding. In rare cases, such violations can occur due to genetic abnormalities.

Improper upbringing can cause your pet to bark and howl for no reason at all. In this case, special zoopsychology can help.

There are individuals who, when walking through the streets, begin to pick up trash from the ground. The dog should immediately begin to retrain. After all, this habit can badly affect the health of your pet, cause a sharp allergic reaction.

Certain members of the breed suffer destructive behavior. In the absence of the owners, they begin to spoil things in the home. Most often, such disobedient pets gnaw clothes, family members' shoes, furniture or wires. In this case, you can also use a special zoopsychology.

Look at the Norfolk Terrier breed in the video below.