Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive

Active
Playful
Funny
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Sociable
Trainable
Adaptable
Faithful
Bubbly
Instinctual

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

Sheepadoodles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, American Rat Terrier

Old English Sheepdog and Standard Poodle

2000s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Fawn
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Cream
Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
White

Ratshire Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Sheepadoodles are known for their coat length.

Straight

Curly

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 Sheepadoodle can have a litter of 5-8 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 Sheepadoodle 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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Sebaceous Adenitis
Diabetes
Addison's Disease
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Demodactic Mange

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

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
Blood and Urine Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)

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

Sheepadoodles need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

Sheepadoodle 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

Chase, Fetch, Hiking, Running, Walk, Run, Puzzle Toys, Car rides, Swimming

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.

Sheepadoodles 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 Sheepadoodle, it's at least 10 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 Sheepadoodles usually need at least 60 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.

Sheepadoodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Ratshire Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-85 pound (27 - 39 kg) Sheepadoodle feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Sheepadoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Sheepadoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Ratshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Sheepadoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Sheepadoodles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Sheepadoodles 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.

Sheepadoodles 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.

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