Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Rottafs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Jack Russell Terrier, Rat Terrier

Rottweiler, Afghan Hound

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Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

White
Blue
Brown
Red

Black
Gray
Brown

Jack-Rat Terriers have short coats.

Rottafs 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 Rottaf can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Cardiomyopathy
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

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

Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

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

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel

Jack-Rat Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Rottafs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Rottafs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

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

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.

Rottafs 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 Rottaf, it's at least 6 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 Rottafs usually need at least 30 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 Rottaf requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Rottaf 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 Rottaf 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.

Jack-Rat Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Rottafs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Jack-Rat Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Rottaf is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Rottafs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Jack-Rat Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Rottafs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Rottafs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Jack-Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Rottafs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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