Health. Rat Terriers are generally very healthy dogs, and responsible breeders screen their stock for health conditions such as hip dysplasia, patellar luxation (loose kneecaps), Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, and cardiac and eye disorders. Is 15 old for a Rat Terrier? The Rat Terrier is a generally healthy breed with an average lifespan of 15-18 years. What … Read more
Dachshunds are commonly recommended as mousers They were bred to flush out burrowing animals like badgers, and their instinct leads them to pursue small animals like mice. They are much lower-energy dogs than terriers and make good lap dogs , but they do love to dig (part of that chasing burrowing animals thing). Do any … Read more
In this piece, I’m going to talk about the topic of “Are Rat Terriers Good House Dogs?,” and in terms of the information that I cover, I’m going to do my best to cover as much territory as I possibly can. I hope you find this discussion interesting! Rat Terriers make wonderful dogs for families … Read more