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A.K.A. : American Rat Terrier

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Rat Terrier

A.K.A. :American Rat Terrier

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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

Stetson

$350

Stetson

Rat Terrier

Male, 15 Weeks Old

USA MIDDLEBURY, IN, USA

Date listed: 08/08/2025

Tags: Indiana dogs Indiana puppy(s) Rat Terrier Indiana

This adorable litter of spunky rat terriers was born on April 30. Sire and dam are both on-site and weigh 10-12 pounds. These sweet puppies will be vet checked, microchipped, and...

Samson

$300

Samson

Rat Terrier

Male, 15 Weeks Old

USA MIDDLEBURY, IN, USA

Date listed: 08/08/2025

Tags: Indiana dogs Indiana puppy(s) Rat Terrier Indiana

This adorable litter of spunky rat terriers was born on April 30. Sire and dam are both on-site and weigh 10-12 pounds. These sweet puppies will be vet checked, microchipped, and...

Rat Terrier Dogs for adoptionSee all dogs for adoption

Kenzie (GA) - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Kenzie (GA)

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult

USA Atlanta, GA, USA

Date listed: 08/06/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Atlanta, GA, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Are you looking for a young lady who is the total package? Kenzie is a fabulous 2 year-old rat terrier who weighs 15 lbs. She loves absolutely...

JAJA - Rat Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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JAJA

Rat Terrier

Male, Young

USA San Antonio, TX, USA

Date listed: 08/06/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in San Antonio, TX, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (medium coat).

Fern (MI) - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Fern (MI)

Rat Terrier

Female, Young

USA Atlanta, GA, USA

Date listed: 08/06/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Atlanta, GA, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Hi there! My name is Fern, and I'm a 1.5-year-old, female, 10 lb. bundle of sweetness and playful energy. I was rescued from a...

Rascal - “My Home to Yours” - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Rascal - “My Home to Yours”

Rat Terrier

Male, Senior

USA Rustburg, VA, USA

Date listed: 08/06/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Rustburg, VA, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Rascal – “My Home to Yours” - A Distinguished Gentleman Ready for His Next Chapter Rascal is a 12-year-old...

Franklin - Rat Terrier / Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Franklin

Rat Terrier

Male, Baby

USA Winter, WI, USA

Date listed: 07/16/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Winter, WI, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier / Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (short coat).

Xyla (VA) - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Xyla (VA)

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult

USA Atlanta, GA, USA

Date listed: 07/16/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Atlanta, GA, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Meet your new best friend, Xyla! Looking for a 15 lb. bundle of energy, love, and personality? Then meet beautiful Xyla! Her playful nature,...

Biscuit - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Biscuit

Rat Terrier

Male, Young

USA Middlesex, NC, USA

Date listed: 07/30/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Middlesex, NC, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Meet Biscuit – Our Spicy Little AKC Rat Terrier Raleigh, NC – Experienced Adopter Needed This is Biscuit, a 3-year-old...

Guiness (TN) - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Guiness (TN)

Rat Terrier

Male, Adult

USA Atlanta, GA, USA

Date listed: 07/09/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Atlanta, GA, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Being blind brings Guinness lots of attention and sympathy, which he accepts gracefully. His calm, stoic demeanor suggests that he has been...

Gracie - Rat Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption

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Gracie

Rat Terrier

Female, Senior

USA New London, WI, USA

Date listed: 07/09/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in New London, WI, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier (short coat). Name: Gracie Age: 10 years Breed: rat terrier Gender: female Weight: 10 lbs Good with kids: unknown Good with dogs: yes Good with cats:...

Sirius GDP - Rat Terrier / Chihuahua Dog For Adoption

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Sirius GDP

Rat Terrier

Male, Senior

USA Denton, TX, USA

Date listed: 06/25/2025

Tags: Rat Terrier Dogs for adoption in Denton, TX, USA

Dog Breed: Rat Terrier / Chihuahua. Sirius is a cuddly, handsome boy. He is also a ride-or-die friend, following you into every room in search of cuddles. He is also protective....

Rat Terrier BreedersSee all breeders

Member since: 03/13/2019

Serenity Rat Terriers

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near WHITAKERS, NC, USA

We are small scale rat terrier breeder, located in NC. We breed small type A ( 10lbs), and type B ( 10-15lbs) puppies. Parents are fully tested and cleared for any genetic...

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA WHITAKERS, NC, USA

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Member since: 07/09/2025

Skyview Decker Rat Terriers and Old Dominion Terri

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near PETERSBURG, PA, USA

We are a small kennel that focuses on health and temperament. Our parent dogs are all health tested. We breed Decker line rat terriers and Old Dominion Terriers. There is an...

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA PETERSBURG, PA, USA

Tags: ratterrierpuppies decker deckerterrier olddominionterrier odt odtpuppies deckerpuppies deckerterrierpuppies ratterrier olddominionterrierpuppies

Member since: 06/14/2023

5150 Farms Rat Terriers

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near DORA, MO, USA

5150 Farms is a family owned enterprise nestled in the heart of the Ozarks. Our dogs are part of our family but also contributing members of our organization in that they also...

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA DORA, MO, USA

Tags: Rat Terrier Decker Rat Terrier Decker Hunting Terrier Farm Dogs

Member since: 08/26/2022

The Labrador Land

Labrador Retriever Dog Breeder near TAMPA, FL, USA

Dedicated dog breeder, motivated to promote the wellbeing of dogs, bringing to the world beautiful and healthy puppies. Years of experience raising and caring for dogs. Associated...

Breeds: Labrador Retriever (+4)

USA TAMPA, FL, USA

Tags: Labrador Retriever Dog Breeder near TAMPA, FL, USA

Member since: 04/07/2018

JKkennel

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near TIMPSON, TX, USA

We raise Rat Terrier babies and have for 7 years, after my husband's family raised them most of his childhood. Our Kennel is climate controlled and run by our large family of 10....

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA TIMPSON, TX, USA

Tags: Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near TIMPSON, TX, USA

Member since: 06/29/2023

Sarah Ballard

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, USA

My pure bred pet rat terriers had a litter of six puppies. I want them to go to loving homes.

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, USA

Tags: rat terrier puppy rat terrier AKC puppy purebred puppy colorado puppy puppy for sale colorado merle puppy chocolate puppy

Member since: 10/20/2022

Wild Oak Rat Terriers

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near PINE VALLEY, CA, USA

At Wild Oak Rat Terriers, we proudly strive to breed the best to the best, emphasis on temperament, health, soundness, structure, beauty, brains and prey drive. Our dogs are our...

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA PINE VALLEY, CA, USA

Tags: Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near PINE VALLEY, CA, USA

Member since: 08/28/2022

Sunrise Farms

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near THURMONT, MD, USA

In home and family raised Rat Terriers.

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA THURMONT, MD, USA

Tags: Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near THURMONT, MD, USA

Member since: 02/13/2022

UKC Rat Terriers

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near INDIO, CA, USA

My beautiful black tri mama and brown tri UKC Rat Terriers had a beautiful litter of 3 puppies . Two females black tri and a male brown tri like dad

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA INDIO, CA, USA

Tags: Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near INDIO, CA, USA

Member since: 06/03/2022

The Puppy Patch

Rat Terrier Dog Breeder near MOLALLA, OR, USA

At The Puppy patch, we raise exceptional animals in a loving and caring environment. Dedicated to following a responsible breeding program, our focus is on keeping our animals...

Breeds: Rat Terrier

USA MOLALLA, OR, USA

Tags: rat terrier Oregon

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