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The Rat Terrier Dog
Breed in Brief:
The Rat Terrier is a truly American breed!
These adorable little dogs descended from the terriers brought to the US by
English miners and other working class immigrants; probably crosses between
the Smooth Fox Terrier, the Manchester Terrier and the now extinct white
English Terrier. Although Rat Terriers are still used for hunting in many
areas (especially the Southern US), they make exceptional family pets that
are great with children and other dogs (even cats!). Rat
Terriers
thrive on human attention and companionship and are
enthusiastic participants in any activity you care to share with them. Rat
Terriers come in four sizes; Toy (up to 8lbs.), Miniature (up to 15lbs.),
Standard (up to 25lbs.), and Decker Giants (around 45 lbs.).
Rat Terriers have short, smooth coats which are easy to care for,
and there is also a hairless variety. There is a wide variety of coat colors
and patterns. Rat Terriers are alert, intelligent and energetic, making them
quite easy to train. Rat Terriers require plenty of attention and daily
exercise to keep them happy and healthy. |
