Rat Terrier
A.K.A. :American Rat Terrier
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Rat Terrier comes in three sizes: toy, medium and standard. The breed is used for either hunting or as a companion. |
Breed Group: | Terrier |
Weight (lbs): | 4-35 |
Height (in): | 8-23 |
Colors: | red and white, tricolor, brindle, blue and white, black and tan |
Coat: | The coat is short and smooth |
Character: | The Rat Terrier is alert, energetic and loyal. |
Temperament: | The Rat Terrier does well with other pets and children, if raised with them as puppies. They are friendly with strangers. |
Care: | The coat only needs an occasional brushing. Bathe only when needed. |
Training: | The Rat Terrier can be stubborn and resistant to training. Start obedience classes early and be consistent with training for best results. |
Activity: | This breed is energetic and needs regular exercise in the yard and on a leash. |
Life Expectancy: | 15-18 |
Rat Terrier Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Rat Terrier For Sale Tampico IL
Rat Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA TAMPICO, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/21/2025
Meet this gorgeous, cuddly, and cute Rat Terrier Puppy! Full of life and looking for my best friend! Be ready to part with your heart when you meet me! These pictures don't do...
Rat Terrier For Sale Tampico IL
Rat Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA TAMPICO, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/21/2025
Meet this gorgeous, cuddly, and cute Rat Terrier Puppy! Full of life and looking for my best friend! Be ready to part with your heart when you meet me! These pictures don't do...
Rat Terrier For Sale Tampico IL
Rat Terrier
Female, 11 Weeks Old
USA TAMPICO, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/21/2025
Meet this gorgeous, cuddly, and cute Rat Terrier Puppy! Full of life and looking for my best friend! Be ready to part with your heart when you meet me! These pictures don't do...
Rat Terrier For Sale Tampico IL
Rat Terrier
Female, 11 Weeks Old
USA TAMPICO, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/21/2025
Meet this gorgeous, cuddly, and cute Rat Terrier Puppy! Full of life and looking for my best friend! Be ready to part with your heart when you meet me! These pictures don't do...
Rat Terrier For Sale Tampico IL
Rat Terrier
Female, 11 Weeks Old
USA TAMPICO, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/21/2025
Meet this gorgeous, cuddly, and cute Rat Terrier Puppy! Full of life and looking for my best friend! Be ready to part with your heart when you meet me! These pictures don't do...
Rat Terrier For Sale Tampico IL
Rat Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA TAMPICO, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/21/2025
Meet this gorgeous, cuddly, and cute Rat Terrier Puppy! Full of life and looking for my best friend! Be ready to part with your heart when you meet me! These pictures don't do...
Male Rat Terrier puppy

Rat Terrier
Male, 13 Weeks Old
USA WHITAKERS, NC, USA
Date listed: 04/19/2025
Beautiful male rat terrier puppy. Black, Type A miniature, long legged. NAPR registered. Will mature 10-12lbs
Female Rat Terrier puppy

Rat Terrier
Female, 13 Weeks Old
USA WHITAKERS, NC, USA
Date listed: 04/19/2025
Beautiful female rat terrier puppy. White and brown, Type A miniature, long legged. NAPR registered. Will mature 13-15lbs.
Male Rat Terrier puppy

Rat Terrier
Male, 13 Weeks Old
USA WHITAKERS, NC, USA
Date listed: 04/19/2025
Beautiful male rat terrier puppy. Pearl/Gray, Type A miniature, long legged. NAPR registered. Will mature 13-15lbs.
Milo Make rat terrier puppy Type A

Rat Terrier
Male, 13 Weeks Old
USA WHITAKERS, NC, USA
Date listed: 04/18/2025
Milo is a beautiful rat terrier puppy and he will remain small in 10-12lbs range. Milo is a very playful puppy and he had her first vaccine and regular deworming. You can find...
Rat Terrier Dogs for adoptionSee all dogs for adoption
MOOSE - Rat Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Male, Senior
USA Downey, CA, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (medium coat).
PUMKIN - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Male, Young
USA Tulsa, OK, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). City of Tulsa Animal Welfare Tuesday through Friday, noon to 6pm Saturday, noon to 4pm 918-669-6280
SHY - Rat Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Woodland, CA, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (medium coat). All animals are up-to-date on vaccinations (including rabies if over 4 months old), microchipped, and spayed or neutered. All dogs have been...
Layla (VA) - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Atlanta, GA, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Layla is a gorgeous and gentle 2-year-old rat terrier weighing 15 lbs, with a few more pounds to shed. Layla's personality is sweet and shy...
Cookie - Rat Terrier / Beagle (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Female, Baby
USA Binghamton, NY, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier / Beagle (short coat). Meet Cookie—one of our sweet and snuggly "Snack Pack Pups!" This 9-week-old rat terrier/beagle mix is...
LILY - Rat Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Female, Adult
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (medium coat).
Seuss - Rat Terrier Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Male, Adult
USA oakland, FL, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier. Suess is an 11-pound sweetheart with an endless supply of love and energy. This playful little guy came to us with a fractured front leg, but...
Cherri (WA) - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Atlanta, GA, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Cherri is a sweet and energetic girl who would love a family of her own! She is about 1 year-old and a svelte 20 lbs. She's very energetic but...
Ruby (GA) - Rat Terrier / Jack Russell Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Female, Baby
USA Atlanta, GA, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier / Jack Russell Terrier (short coat). Ruby! What a lovely gem this pup is! She is a laid back, snuggly little girl with a sparkly personality. Ruby is a...
Chico - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rat Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Royal Palm Beach, FL, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2025
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat).
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