Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Pom-Silks are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Pom-Silks aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, American Rat Terrier

Silky Terrier and Pomeranian

2000s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Fawn
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
Blue
White
Black

Ratshire Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pom-Silks are known for their coat length.

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 Pom-Silk can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Pom-Silks are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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 Pom-Silk 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

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergies
Eye Infections
Skin Infections

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

Liver Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Full Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Biochemical Profile Tests
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Glucose Level Testing

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

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

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

Pom-Silks 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.

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

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

Dog Parks, Walk, Play, Nap, Playdate

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.

Pom-Silks 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 Pom-Silk, it's at least 6 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 Pom-Silks usually need at least 40 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.

Pom-Silks require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder

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

The average cost of a Pom-Silk is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Ratshire Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pom-Silk is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Pom-Silk is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Pom-Silks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pom-Silks are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Pom-Silks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.