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         NORWICH TERRIER

         A PLUCKY AND FRIENDLY FAMILY PET WITH AN ENDEARING PERSONALITY                             AKC

          Height range           One of the smallest working terriers, the Norwich Terrier, like   Erect ears differentiate
          10 in (25–26 cm)       its cousin the Norfolk Terrier (see p.191), strikes a happy balance   the Norwich Terrier
                                                                                          from the Norfolk
          Weight range           between courage and gentleness. With its easygoing nature, it is   Terrier (see p.191)
          10–12 lb (5–6 kg)
                                 good with children but will bark at strangers. Like all ratting
          Life span  12–15 years  terriers, it is playful and loves to chase.
          Origin  UK
                                                              Short, compact back
                                                               with black shading
          Other colors
                                         Dark, bright,
                                         oval-shaped
                                         eyes
                                                                                                 Long, coarse
          Wheaten    Red                                                                         hair on neck
          Red coats may be                                                                       creates ruff
                                                                                                 around face
          interspersed with black
          hairs (grizzled).
                                                                                               Tan coat

                                       Short, straight,
                                       strong forelegs
                                                                                         Rounded, catlike feet

         BOSTON TERRIER

         A HIGHLY INTELLIGENT, DETERMINED, FRIENDLY, AND ALERT COMPANION DOG                        AKC

          Height range           Dubbed “the American Gentleman” for its quirky yet   Square head with flat top
          15–17 in (38–43 cm)    dapper looks and docile nature, the Boston Terrier makes
          Weight range           a good house pet for town or country. This mix of bulldog
          11–24 lb (5–11 kg)
                                 and several terrier types has lost its ratting instincts and   Erect,
          Life span  13 years    enjoys human company. It has a boisterous streak and   pointed ears
          Origin  USA            needs regular exercise.
                                               Low-set,
                                               naturally
                                               short tail
          Other colors
                                                                                                 Short
                                          Wide-set,                                              muzzle with
                                          round,                                                 black nose
                                          dark eyes
          Brindle
          Brindle coats have
          white markings.                                                                   Black coat with
                                                                                            white markings



                                                                                           Small, round,
                                                                                           compact feet







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