What two breeds make a Rat Terrier?
The Rat Terrier is an American breed that is the result of working with the Fox Terrier, Bull Terrier, Manchester Terrier, and Old English White Terrier, to name a few.
What is a Class B Rat Terrier?
The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier was once referred to as the “Type B,” or Short Legged Rat Terrier. Some independent organizations still maintain Type B Rat Terrier registries, and it’s not uncommon to see the terms, Type B Rat Terrier, and Teddy Roosevelt Terrier applied to the same general dog type.
Do rat terriers get attached to one person?
Temperament. Rat terriers enjoy human companionship. They often will follow their owners around the house like a shadow, and given the opportunity, rat terriers will curl up with their owners, especially under the covers. Most rat terriers get along well with other dogs.
Are Rat Terriers aggressive?
Rat Terriers may not be the biggest dogs, but they are certainly an energetic and confident breed. So, are Rat Terriers aggressive? Rat Terriers are not generally aggressive around their families and owners, although they can be towards strangers and other dogs.
What is a standard Type A Rat Terrier?
Standard rat terriers stand between 13-and-18-inches tall at the shoulder….Rat Terrier Size and Weight.
| Height (Male) | 13 to 18 inches tall |
|---|---|
| Weight (male) | Typically 12 to 35 lbs. |
| Weight (female) | Typically 12 to 35 lbs |
Is there a Rat Terrier kennel in NC?
Our newest addition, Diego (K2’s Black Ice) is already a UKC Champion and has accumulated points towards his AKC Champion title. We are a small family kennel, located in the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina. Our Rat Terriers are our show dogs, our performance dogs and our family friends.
Is the Rat Terrier a breed of dog?
As you may know Rat Terrier’s are a fairly new breed to the American Kennel Club. They had been registered by the United Kennel Club for many years. Most of the younger dogs in the breed today will be double registered with both organizations and they can show and compete with both as well.
Is it OK to have a Rat Terrier in Your House?
They are great little alert dogs. No one will ever sneak up on your house with a Rat Terrier in residence. These guys are big dog brains in small dog bodies. As a breed their overall health and sturdiness is excellent often with life spans into the late teens.
How old is Melle the Rat Terrier puppy?
Melle is a Rat Terrier. She is 9 yrs old and weighs 8.4 lbs. She came from a rescue down in Texas.She was an owner surrender and is house trained, if you…