Companionable
Happy
Selfish
Confidence
Intelligent
Fearless
Lovable
Spirited

Independent
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed

England

United States

terrier

Westie, Giant Schnauzer

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Brown
Fawn

White
Black
Silver
Gray

Norfolk Terriers have short coats.

Giant Wauzers have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Wavy

A Norfolk Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Giant Wauzer can have a litter of 5-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Norfolk Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Giant Wauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Norfolk Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Giant Wauzer breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Mitral Valve Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
CMO
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Copper Toxicosis
Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Norfolk Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Giant Wauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Norfolk Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Giant Wauzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Norfolk Terrier, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Wauzer, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Norfolk Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Giant Wauzers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Norfolk Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Giant Wauzers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Norfolk Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-75 pound (9 - 34 kg) Giant Wauzer feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Norfolk Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Giant Wauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Norfolk Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Wauzer is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Norfolk Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Giant Wauzers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Norfolk Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Giant Wauzers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Norfolk Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Giant Wauzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Norfolk Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Giant Wauzers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Norfolk Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Giant Wauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Norfolk Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Giant Wauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Norfolk Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Giant Wauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.