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Norfolk Terrier
General Appearance
Small, low, keen dog, compact and strong, short back, good substance and bone. Honourable scars from fair wear and tear permissible
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Below: < 10 years Average: > 10 years Above: > 15 years |
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Below: Town only Average: Town and Country Above: Country only |
Characteristics
One of the smallest of terriers, a ‘demon’ for its size. Lovable disposition, not quarrelsome, hardy constitution.
Temperament
Alert and fearless.
Head and Skull
Skull broad, only slightly rounded with good width between ears. Muzzle wedge-shaped and strong; length of muzzle about one-third less than measurement from occiput to bottom of well defined stop.
Eyes
Oval-shaped and deep-set, dark brown or black. Expression alert, keen and intelligent.
Ears
Medium size, V-shaped, slightly rounded at tip, dropping forward close to cheek.
Mouth
Tight-lipped, strong jaw, teeth strong and rather large; perfect scissor bite, i.e. upper teeth closely overlapping lower teeth and set square to the jaws.
Neck
Strong and of medium length.
Forequarters
Clean, well laid back shoulder blade, approximating in length to upper arm. Front legs short, powerful and straight
Body
Compact, short back, level topline, well sprung ribs.
Hindquarters
Well muscled, good turn of stifle, hocks well let down and straight when viewed from rear; great propulsion
Feet
Round with thick pads.
Tail
Docking of tail optional. (a) Medium docked, set level with topline and carried erect. (b) Tail of moderate length to give a general balance to the dog, thick at the root and tapering towards the tip, as straight as possible, carried jauntily, but not excessively gay.
Gait
True, low and driving. Moving straight forward from shoulder. Good rear angulation showing great powers of propulsion. Hindlegs follow track of forelegs, moving smoothly from hips. Flexing well at stifle and hock. Topline remaining level.
Coat
Hard, wiry, straight, lying close to body. Longer and rougher on neck and shoulders. Hair on head and ears short and smooth, except for slight whiskers and eyebrows. Excessive trimming undesirable.
Colour
All shades of red, wheaten, black and tan or grizzle. White marks or patches undesirable but permissible.
Size
Ideal height at withers 25 cms (10 ins).
Excercise Requirements
Moderate
Grooming Needs
Moderate
Notes
Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
