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Norfolk TerrierNorfolk Terriers are possibly the smallest of the terriers, but are unafraid of guarding their territory. The Norfolk Terrier is associated with the county of Norfolk in England, where they were bred to dig rats, rabbits, and other small animals out of their burrows in the 19th C. In their early development they were considered the same as a Norwich Terrier, but now the two breeds have been separated. Norwich is a town in the county of Norfolk. Some people say the breed originated in Ireland. The word "terrier" means a dog that digs in the earth, from the Latin terra meaning earth. They have hard wiry coats that protect them from thorns while digging in the undergrowth. Hand-stripping or trimming helps to keep it tidy. Their ears fold over forwards, which prevents dirt getting in. The muzzle is short. The Norfolk terrier makes an ideal pet for a small garden, though all dogs like going out for walks! Norfolk Terriers come in a variety of colours: wheaten, reddish, black & tan, or grizzle. Height: 25 - 26 cms at shoulder. Class: terrier
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