Rat Terrier dog
Small breed regular energy Double coat Terrier Group

Rat Terrier

Friendly, Inquisitive, Lovable

Balanced, compactly built Rat Terriers are tough but elegant-looking. There are two size divisions: Miniatures stand 10 to 13 inches at the shoulder; standards are over 13 inches and as high as 18 inches. The smooth, shiny coat comes in varieties of pied patterns. (Pied, a word bโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 10โ€“25 lbs (4.54โ€“11.34 kg) ๐Ÿ“ 10โ€“18" ๐ŸŽ‚ 12โ€“18 yr lifespan

Rat Terrier Characteristics

Energy

60%

Shedding

60%

Trainability

80%

Grooming

40%

Friendliness

80%

Coat Type

Double coat

Weekly Brushing

Expert Picks for Rat Terriers

โญ Top Pick Taste of the Wild High Prairie

dog food

Taste of the Wild High Prairie

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Best value grain-free option โ€” great for active dogsโ€ฆ

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

toys

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

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Best eco-friendly toy โ€” great for moderate chewersโ€ฆ

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

beds

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

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Best affordable comfort bed โ€” ideal for dogs who just want cozyโ€ฆ

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

health

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

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Best DNA test overall โ€” unmatched health screening depthโ€ฆ

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

training

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

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Best budget GPS tracker โ€” lighter and cheaper with health monitoringโ€ฆ

Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

grooming

Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

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Best probiotic coat spray โ€” supports skin microbiome health between baโ€ฆ

Rat Terrier Care Tips

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Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ€” walks, play sessions, or swimming.

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Seasonal shedder โ€” daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.

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FCI Classification

FCI Group

Group 3 โ€” Terriers

Section

Grote- en middenslagterriรซrs

Status

recognized