Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive

Confident
Intelligent
Territorial
Dominant
Obedient

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

Choose a Boerboel if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

South Africa

Yorkshire Terrier, American Rat Terrier

Mastiff, Rottweiler, Great Dane

2000s

1820s

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.

A Boerboel can have a litter of 10-12 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 are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Boerboels have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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.

Boerboels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Portacaval Shunt
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Infections
Conjunctivitis
Parasites

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

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear

Ratshire Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Boerboels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Boerboel has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Ratshire Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Boerboels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Boerboels 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.

Boerboel dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

The Boerboel is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ratshire Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Boerboel has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Boerboels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Boerboels can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Ratshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Boerboels are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Boerboels are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Ratshire Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boerboels are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Boerboels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.