Friendly, Inquisitive, Lovable
Balanced, compactly built Rat Terriers are tough but elegant-looking. There are two size divisions: Miniatures stand 10 to 13 inches at the shoulder; standards are over 13 inches and as high as 18 inches. The smooth, shiny coat comes in varieties of pied patterns. (Pied, a word b…
Energy
60%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
80%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
80%
Coat Type
Double coat
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Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise — walks, play sessions, or swimming.
Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
Best suited to owners with some dog experience — difficulty rated 4/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
A friendly temperament makes it a reliable companion for the right household.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity — under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
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FCI Group
Group 3 — Terriers
Section
Grote- en middenslagterriërs
Status
recognized
