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Breeds of dogs having names beginning with the letter 'N'.
The breeds included in this section are:- Neapolitan Mastiffs, Newfoundland, Norfolk Terriers, Norwich Terriers and Norwegian Elkhounds.
The Neapolitan Mastiff is a large powerful dog of Italian origin. They are often used as guard dogs.
| The Newfoundland breed has a massive head and square muzzle; long thick hair; usually black, or black and white; brave and devoted. |
The Norfolk Terrier used to be called the Norwich Terrier.
The Norwich Terrier is one of the smallest terriers. Originally there were two types, prick-eared and drop-eared, but in 1965 the drop-eared variety were given the name Norfolk Terrier.
The Norwegian Elkhound is one of the wolf-like dogs from which shepherd breeds have been developed.