Norfolk Terrier: breed features and care rules

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 Norfolk Terrier breed was bred at the end of the 19th century in England. For a long time, it was considered a Norfolk-Norwich breed due to its strong external similarity. Only in 1964 were they recognized as different species.

From the Norwich Terrier, the Norfolk dogs differ only in their ears. In the first breed, they are erect, and in the second variety, they hang down. Subsequently, these animals became the symbol of the University of Cambridge, as they are quite popular among students.

The Norfolk Terrier is a small dog, the height of the individuals is about 25 centimeters. 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 round.

The muzzle is trapezoidal. The eyes are small and ovoid. Their color is dark.

The ears of this breed are drooping. Towards the end, they round off a little. The dog's tail is short and straight. The hair growing on the head and ears is slightly shorter than on the rest of the body. The mustache and eyebrows are medium in length.

The neck is muscular and well developed, its length is medium. The jaws are strong and the teeth are quite large. The dog's paws are round in shape with dense pads.

Most often, the coat has a beautiful wheat hue. Norfolk puppies can grow in a variety of red and gray shades. Black and tan individuals are less common.

The coat grows tough and straight. In the cervical region and on the shoulders, it is much coarser and longer than on other parts of the body.It gets dirty slowly. At the same time, the undercoat practically does not shed.

The Norfolk Terrier is an excellent guard. He is quite active and cheerful. Adults are obedient. They grow up to be empathetic in dealing with their master and with other animals.

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

Despite the fact that such a dog grows up energetic, it can easily adapt to the lifestyle of its owner. If you raise your pet correctly, it will not suffer from aggressive changes and excessive pampering.

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

Usually, among the household Norfolk Terrier chooses a pet... And also the dog loves to observe 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 can live for 16 years. But remember that they cannot exist outside the home. Living on the street in a booth, on a chain can dramatically change the character of an 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 up 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.

It is better to walk the dog in the morning or in the evening. Moreover, while walking, you need to pay attention not only to simple active games with your pet, but also to full physical activity.

Walking with Norfolk Terriers should not be less than 30 minutes. One hour is considered the best option.

It is categorically 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 cleaned up periodically and washed thoroughly. The lounger should not be placed in drafts.

The Norfolk Terrier can be fed with both ready-made specialty foods 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 food suitable for this particular breed of dog.

• Royal Canin. This manufacturer produces special food for medium-sized dogs. Called Royal Canin Medium Adult, it is a complete nutritional formulation that can fully restore energy even overly active individuals.

• Hills. This food helps to maintain the muscle mass of the dog. It also contributes to the normal functioning of the digestive system of the animal. This diet is based on lamb and rice grains.

• Acana. The assortment includes food for active dogs of all sizes. This diet is also perfect for the Norfolk Terrier. The menu includes chicken fillet, chicken eggs, flounder. And also it can contain various fruits, vegetables, viscera, cartilage. At the same time, there are no ingredients that can cause an allergic reaction in your pet (potatoes, cereals, rice).

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

• Brit Care. This brand produces food for active breeds of all ages and any weight. He also produces rations specifically for medium sized dogs. Both varieties will be suitable for the Norfolk Terrier. They may contain chicken or lamb, rice ingredients. And also in the composition you can find medicinal herbs that help to improve metabolic processes and have an anti-inflammatory effect.

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

• Belcando. This company produces both dry food and canned food. The diets contain at least 80% natural animal protein. The menu is usually based on poultry or lamb. In the composition, you can find a large amount of starch and grape seed flour. This meal contributes to the additional protection of the cells of the dog's body.

Natural food is often used for Norfolk individuals. When compiling a diet on your own, keep in mind that only a fully balanced menu can be suitable for representatives of this breed.

The food should contain fats, carbohydrates, proteins in equal proportions. And also cooked food must include mineral and vitamin components.

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

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

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

Norfolk Terriers should not be bathed too often. The animal should be washed only when the coat becomes dirty. Moreover, regular brushing is necessary for such a pet. Moreover, this procedure should be carried out at least three times a week.

At least three times a year, the dog must be taken to a specialist for a haircut. Cleaning your ears and cutting your nails should be done regularly.

Norfolk Terriers are in good health, but their body can react poorly to vaccinations. And also dogs of this breed sometimes suffer from dislocation of the popliteal joints.

From time to time, the pet needs to rinse the eyes well. For this, a composition is prepared in advance that includes chamomile (1 tablespoon per 1 glass of water). You can carry out the procedure with a cotton pad.

Norfolk Terriers need to start from childhood. Even as a puppy, a dog must understand who its owner is and that he needs to obey. During training, the dog should not be beaten. Otherwise, it can negatively affect the character of the pet. Most often, training begins with 2-month-old pets.

The dog should not feel the aggression of the owner. In the process of raising a pet, it is better to reward with small treats. This will help the animal to quickly learn the basic commands of a person.

In rare cases, severe behavioral deviations can be observed in Norfolk Terriers due to improper upbringing. So, some individuals can show aggression. Moreover, it can be directed at family members, children or other animals while walking along the street. But you can fix this at almost any age by taking up training.

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

Improper parenting can cause your pet to bark and howl often for no reason. In this case, special zoopsychology can come to the rescue.

There are also individuals who, while walking along the streets, begin to pick up garbage from the ground. The dog should be retrained right away. After all, such a habit can badly affect the health of your pet, cause a sharp allergic reaction.

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

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