Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive

Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Ratshire Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Papioxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, American Rat Terrier

Toy Fox Terrier, Papillon

2000s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Fawn
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
White

Ratshire Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Papioxs have medium-length coats.

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 Papiox can have a litter of 2-6 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 Papiox 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

Portacaval Shunt

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Food Allergies

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Papioxs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Ratshire Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Papioxs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Ratshire Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papiox, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Ratshire Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Papioxs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Papiox has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Ratshire Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Papiox should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Ratshire Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Papiox is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Papiox is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Papioxs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Papioxs 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.

Papioxs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.