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Norfolk Terrier (Dog Breeds)

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There are only two, maybe three interesting books about this beautiful breed, Norfolk Terrier. However, in my opinion this one is the best one. This book is an example of very comprehensive owner's guide, where you can find everything what you need to know about your newly purchased little household member. So, you can read general information concerning history, characteristic and breed standard for Norfolk Terrier. Moreover, inside the book you can find very useful information about your puppy and its proper care. There are also very good and concise chapters about training, healthcare and of course showing your "mischievous youngster" :-).
I find only one minus of this book. There is no so much information about Norfolk Terrier stripping using stripping knife or standard, by hand method, but I forgive it because I know that it is very difficult to explain this complicated action in one, short book chapter. It takes owner's skill and experience. I still do not know how to do it correctly :-)
Summarise, I encourage you to buy this well written book. I suppose you will not be disappointed.

Having recently purchased our first Norfolk Terrier, my wife and I have really appreciated this comprehensive owner's guide. It is a great book for both new and experienced owners as well as for anyone thinking about buying one of these adorable little rascals. We have both read it several times and keep it handy for quick reference on raising puppies, training, health issues, etc. My only criticism is that having done a fair amount of research on Norfolks and having met several breeders, I have found a few errors in the book that, although not crucial to the contents, should be corrected in any future editions. For example in the chapter on showing, the owner of "Jimmy Dean" and "Andi" in the photos on pages 140, 141, 142, and 143 should be listed as Laurie Rossi Sherick, not Ann Clayton. Ann is the photographer who took these great shots, and I'm sure Laurie wouldn't mind being recognized as the person who put in all the hard work to train and show these wonderful champions. But even though this Kennel Club Book may need a bit more careful editing, it is fun to read, full of useful information, and highly recommended.

My daughters and I will be adding a Norfolk Terrier to our family. In anticipation of our new family member, I purchased this very helpful book. Goldfish are the only pets I've ever cared for. So, I am extremely happy with my book because it gives enough informative information without feeling overwhelmed. And, it is extremely well organized.

There aren't many commercial books on Norfolk Terriers. Given that, this book is a very attractive, comforting source of information for the first time Norfolk owner. It does fall short however regarding the difficult process (art) of grooming Norfolks and minimizes some of the challenges of Norfolk ownership. These are expensive, high maintenance dogs. They require special diets to insure optimal health and longevity of life. They are extreme escape artists and are notorious for their avid wizardry in rapid digging.
THE NORFOLK TERRIER by Joan Read is a 370 page hardback with over 300 black and white photos and illustrations, available through ANTA (American Norfolk Terrier Association). It's 'a little heavy' for the average pet owner, but if you are serious about knowing as much as you can about Norfolks it is considered the definitive book on the breed.