Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive

Active
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Good-natured

Ratshire Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

American Bull-Aussies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, American Rat Terrier

American Bulldog, Australian Shepherd

2000s

Unknown

A Ratshire Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 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.

An American Bull-Aussie can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Ratshire Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Portacaval Shunt
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Bloat
Cushing's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Dental and Oral Examinations
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA

Elbow
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Ratshire Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

American Bull-Aussie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Ratshire Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

American Bull-Aussies have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Ratshire Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

American Bull-Aussies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Road trip, Walk, Bath time, Run, Nap, Toy catch

Tug of war, Loves walks, Dog park

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

The American Bull-Aussie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ratshire Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

American Bull-Aussies are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Ratshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

American Bull-Aussies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

American Bull-Aussies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Ratshire Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

American Bull-Aussies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Ratshire Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

American Bull-Aussies are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

American Bull-Aussies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.