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Rat Terrier

Description:
The Rat Terrier is a small, powerful, very intelligent, great for sports, utility or companion dog. Very loyal, loving, protective of its loved ones and possessions, and also a great hunter and comedian if the occasion calls. The Rat Terrier is very low maintenance and once you have one...you've got to have another. With lots of praise the Rat Terrier can be trained to do anything; they love to please.

Group:
Rare

Use or Role:
Ratter, flyball, companion

NORMAL SIZE:

Weight: The Universal Kennel Club International recognizes three weight classifications: Toy (10 pounds or less)/ Mini (11 to 18 pounds); and Standard (19 to 28 pounds).

Height: Standard type, above 13 inches; small type, 13 inches or under

Average Lifespan:
12-17 years

American Kennel Club:

Accepted Breed: No

AKC Ranking: 0

National Club:
Rat Terrier Club of America

Breed Rescue:
Rat Terrier Club Rescue

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