Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Devoted
Kind
Reserved
Trustworthy
Suspicious

Jack-Rat Terriers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Golden Peis are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

​United States

United States

Jack Russell Terrier, Rat Terrier

Chinese Shar-Pei, Golden Retriever

​Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Blue
Brown
Red

Cream
Red
White
Brown
Black

Jack-Rat Terriers have short coats.

Golden Peis have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Jack-Rat Terrier can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Golden Pei can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Jack-Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Golden Peis are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Jack-Rat Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Golden Pei breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Cardiomyopathy
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

OCD
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Hemivertebrae
Familial Nephropathy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cleft Palate
Cutaneous Asthenia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Bloat

Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Heart Rate Tests

Dna For Vwd
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Testing

Jack-Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Peis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Jack-Rat Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Golden Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Run, Hike, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, Off-leash, Walking, BREED ISSUES, HER/MINE ISSUES, Sleeping, Eating, Running, Walk, Chase a ball, Playing toys, Playing catch, Cuddeling, Playing fetch, Giving pig ear, Watching tv, Retrival games, Playdate, Frisbee, Wrestling, Chase, Tracking, Park visits, Car rides, Napping, Jogging

Walking, Fetch, Couch surfing, Play

Jack-Rat Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Golden Peis are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jack-Rat Terrier, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Pei, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jack-Rat Terriers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Golden Peis usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Jack-Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Golden Pei requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Jack-Rat Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Golden Pei should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Jack-Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Pei is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jack-Rat Terrier is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Pei is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Golden Peis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Jack-Rat Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Jack-Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Golden Peis are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Jack-Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Golden Peis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Jack-Rat Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Golden Peis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.