Norfolk Terrier: Care

The Norfolk is an easy-care dog. Because of his small size, he's well-suited to apartment living--though he can get barky if bored.

He needs at least one 20 to 30 minute vigorous walk or play session, or two 10 to 15 minute sessions every day.

This dog is intelligent and enjoys learning. But his natural independence and occasional stubborness can make training challenging at times. Consistent, positive training is the best way to convince him to do what you ask.

Teaching the Norfolk to come reliably when called is especially important in case he accidentally comes unleashed. Don't ever yell or use physical force with these dogs--they're highly sensitive and may become fearful or agitated as a result.

Like many terriers, the Norfolk barks. While he's not overly noisy, a "Quiet" command should become part of his basic canine repertoire.

One word of caution: the Norfolk, like many other earth dogs, enjoys, no, loves, digging and this trait is not as easy to deter as barking.

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