Norwich Terrier

Patellar Luxation

Legg-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Heart murmurs

Between the ages of eight and twelve weeks, Terrier puppies need four meals in 24 hours. Feed three meals in a 24-hour cycle to Norwich terrier puppies aged three to six months.

Puppies aged six months to one year should be fed two meals a day. By the time the Norwich terrier meets his or her first birthday, he or she only has one providing every twenty-four hours. However, some Norwich terriers consume two smaller portions. It is your responsibility to adjust your Norwich terrier's feeding habits.

Norwich Terriers are a breed that sheds very little. They're not totally ''non-shedding,'' though, because once you have a hairless breed, you won't find one. They still don't shed as little as dogs like the Poodle. They are, however, poor shedders in general. The first is that they have a longer hair growth span than most dogs, ensuring that their hair grows, dies, and falls out more slowly. Some people believe this means they have ''hair rather than fur,'' but that's a different matter.

A Norwich Terrier's double coat should consist of a harsh, almost weatherproof outer coat and a fluffy undercoat that insulates the body from heat and cold. Old outer hairs and excess undercoats are removed by hand-stripping, allowing fresh hair to grow in. Wire coats that have been adequately cared for with hand-stripping have a lovely shine and vibrant colors. The natural color will disappear, and the texture will soften because clipping or scissoring removes the colored tips.

Grooming is required regularly for this breed. Hand-stripping or selecting a groomer who can hand-strip is a vital factor to remember when considering this breed.

The initial hunting instincts and cheerful disposition of the Norwich have not been lost. They're curious and active, and they should be in good shape for the day's events. They need a lot of exercises to keep their mental and physical health in check.

They must be walked on a leash or let out only in a securely fenced area due to their natural hunting instincts. Norwich Terriers, like all terrier breeds, need regular exercise and have a lot of energy. They make excellent walking partners, and their regular fitness needs can be fulfilled with a pair of intense 10- to 15-minute hikes or fenced-in playtime.

Norwich Terriers are a generally stable breed. Responsible breeders scan their herd for diseases like Hip Dysplasia, epilepsy, degenerative myelopathy, upper airway syndrome, a respiratory illness with a wide range of symptoms and a poorly defined incidence and style of inheritance. Norwich residents are vulnerable to plaque and tartar buildup, so proper dental hygiene is essential.

Norwich Terriers are known for their love of everyone, and this includes children. They do much better in homes with children if they are raised with them.

An adult Norwich who's unfamiliar with children may do best in a home with children who are mature enough to interact with him appropriately. Always teach children how to approach and touch dogs, and always supervise any interactions between dogs and young children to prevent any biting or ear or tail pulling on the part of either party.

Teach your child never to approach any dog while he's eating or trying to take the dog's food away. No dog should ever be left unsupervised with a child.

Norwich terriers are spirited little terriers that are generally happy to please and trainable. Puppies should be socialized appropriately to develop the breed's characteristic amiable, outgoing personality. They excel in competitions such as earthdog, barn chase, obedience, and agility, as well as buddy events. Norwich Terriers are notoriously difficult to housetrain, and despite their eagerness to please, teaching can be challenging if they aren't adequately motivated.

Whether Norwich has been bred around other dogs and cats, he tolerates them well. Because of Norwich's history of eradicating vermin, other small pets such as rats, birds, and reptiles should be kept away from them. They should be socialized from an early age, especially with cats, because if given the opportunity, they will chase them. They may be vain and arrogant about their significance.