🐶 Norfolk Terrier
The Norfolk Terrier is a small, sturdy, and courageous dog, known for its liveliness and balanced temperament. Originating from British terriers, it was developed for pest hunting and has established itself as an excellent family companion.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Norfolk Terrier
- Origin: England
- Type: Companion dog and pest hunter
- Hypoallergenic? Yes
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 4-7 kg
- Female: 4-7 kg
- Height:
- Male: 23-26 cm
- Female: 23-25 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-15 years
- Exercise needs: 1.5 to 2 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (possible with regular outings)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Hunter: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (good family companion)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (may have a prey drive with small animals)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (cautious at first glance)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (possible with good physical exercise)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (dense coat that requires regular grooming)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (moderate cost)
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: 2 to 3 times a week
- Grooming: Occasional professional grooming recommended
- Other care: Cleaning droopy ears to prevent infections
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 1200-1600 €
- Coût annuel moyen (vétérinaire, accessoires, alimentation) :
🏡 Important note
The Norfolk Terrier is a dynamic dog that adapts well to both the countryside and the city. It is affectionate and sociable but can be reserved with strangers. It needs a structured environment and regular outings to channel its energy.
Although it is one of the smallest terriers, it retains a hunting instinct and may sometimes be tempted to chase small animals. It requires moderate maintenance, particularly regarding its coat and ears.
With consistent training and good socialization, it will become a loyal and balanced companion. 🏡🐾
