Page 195 - (DK) The Dog Encyclopedia

TERRIERS

Glen of Imaal Terrier

HEIGHT 14in (36cm) Blue
WEIGHT 35–37lb (16–17kg) Brindle
LIFE SPAN 13–14 years

This sturdy little dog is more active than its size suggests.
Broad, slightly domed head
It comes from County Wicklow, Ireland, and was used in badger with well developed stop
trials until these events were banned in the late 1960s. Now the
Glen of Imaal Terrier makes a
Shorter-haired, small,
sensitive, devoted pet as long as semierect ears
Wheaten
it has a calm and firm owner.
Round,
brown eyes
Harsh, medium-
length coat has
soft undercoat

Strong, compact feet
Short legs

Norwich Terrier Erect ears differentiate
the Norwich Terrier
from the Norfolk
Terrier (opposite)
HEIGHT 10in (25–26cm) Wheaten
WEIGHT 11–13lb (5–6kg) Red
LIFE SPAN 12–15 years Red coats may be grizzled.

One of the smallest working terriers, the Norwich Terrier,
like its cousin the Norfolk Terrier (opposite), strikes a happy
balance between courage and gentleness. With its easy-going
Short,
nature, it is good with children but will bark at strangers. compact back
Like all ratting terriers, it is playful and loves to chase.

Oval-shaped,
bright, dark eyes
Long, coarse
Black and tan
hair on neck
creates ruff
around face

Grizzle and tan

Rounded, catlike feet
Short, straight,
strong forelegs

193