meet the... Hairless Rat Terrier

Head: Slightly rounded with medium length muzzle. Eyes: Round with an alert expression. Ears: Carried erect when dog is alert. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Arched and of medium length. Top line: Level. Chest: Deep, but not barrel like. Body: Slightly longer than it's height, with rump curving to tail set. Legs: Forelegs are long and straight, with hind legs being moderately angulated. Feet: Oval and compact. Tail: Carried up or back. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.* The Hairless Variety is a recently developed breed which began in 1972 in Louisiana, USA.

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Head: Slightly rounded with medium length muzzle. Eyes: Round with an alert expression. Ears: Carried erect when dog is alert. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Arched and of medium length. Top line: Level. Chest: Deep, but not barrel like. Body: Slightly longer than it's height, with rump curving to tail set. Legs: Forelegs are long and straight, with hind legs being moderately angulated. Feet: Oval and compact. Tail: Carried up or back. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.* The Hairless Variety is a recently developed breed which began in 1972 in Louisiana, USA.

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Quick Facts about Hairless Rat Terrier Quick Facts

Breed Group for Hairless Rat Terrier

Group

Terrier Breeds

Life Expectancy of a Hairless Rat Terrier canine

Life Expectancy

13 - 16 years

Coat type for a Hairless Rat Terrier canine

Coat Type

Close coat, Naked hairless

Hairless Rat Terrier origin location

Origin

UNITED STATES

Hairless Rat Terrier weight ranges

Weight

Hairless Rat Terrier male weight rangeHairless Rat Terrier male weight range 12-35 lbs Hairless Rat Terrier female weight rangeHairless Rat Terrier female weight range 12-35 lbs

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Height

Hairless Rat Terrier male height rangeHairless Rat Terrier male height range 10-13 in Hairless Rat Terrier female height rangeHairless Rat Terrier female height range 10-13 in

Ratings Breed Ratings How They Compare

Size

Toy

Small

Medium

Large

Giant

Energy Level

No Energy

Low Energy

Fair Energy

High Energy

Abundant Energy

Grooming

No Grooming

On Special Occasions

Once a Month

Once a Week

Pampering On-Demand

Social Skills

No Social Skills Needed

Pet-Friendly

Kid-Friendly

Pet & Kid-Friendly

Friendly to Everone, including Strangers

Living Space

Apartment or Condo

Small House & Yard

Average Size Home & Yard

Large Home & Fenced Yard

Farm or Ranch

Trainability

No training necessary

Basic obedience couldn't hurt

Training to include a variety of verbal commands

Training to consist of verbal and non-verbal queues

Training to perform a specific job or skill

Kid-Friendly

No - My puppy will not be interacting with children at all.

Dogs Only - My pup should be comfortable around other dogs

Yes - My pup should be comfortable with other dogs and cats

Very - My pup should be friendly with other dogs, cats, farm animals, etc.

Pet-Friendly

No - My puppy will not be interacting with children at all

Somewhat - My puppy should be comfortable around kids we might see on our walks or at the park

Yes - My ideal pup must be comfortable and patient with small children

Exercise Requirements

Couch Potato

Short Game of Fetch

Daily Walks

Jogging/Running Buddy

Working Dog

Loyalty

Loyal to Whoever has the Treats

Would Bark at Someone Threatening me

Would Bury the Body for me

Affection

I don't care for doggie kisses or snuggling

I'm not looking for affection, but it's fine

I'd like regular affection from my dog

I want a snuggle buddy to lounge with

I'll take all the face licks and doggie kisses I can find

Intelligence

Capable of learning a few basic commands

Able to solve dog puzzles and perform repetitive tasks

Commits many commands to memory and reacts to nonverbal cues and gestures

Ability to solve complex problems and determine most efficient methods

Temperament

Energetic, Stimulated, Attention Seeking

Laid Back, Composed, Predictable

Observant, Assertive, Independent

Intelligent, Resourceful, Mischievous

Affectionate, Gentle, Eager to Please

Bark Tendency

Never

Only if Threatened

Barks at Strangers

Barks About Everything

Shedding Amount

No Shedding

Minimal Shedding

Normal Shedding

Above Average Shedding

Lots of Shedding

Drooling Habits

None

As Much as the Average Dog

The More Slobber the Better

Puppy Reg Callout

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Head: Slightly rounded with medium length muzzle. Eyes: Round with an alert expression. Ears: Carried erect when dog is alert. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Arched and of medium length. Top line: Level. Chest: Deep, but not barrel like. Body: Slightly longer than it's height, with rump curving to tail set. Legs: Forelegs are long and straight, with hind legs being moderately angulated. Feet: Oval and compact. Tail: Carried up or back. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.* The Hairless Variety is a recently developed breed which began in 1972 in Louisiana, USA.

Breed Standard Breed Standard Official CKC Standards

Hairless Rat Terrier

Breed Group 6: Terrier Breeds

Breed Name Aliases

American Hairless Terrier

Proportions:

Head

Body and Tail

Forequarters and Hindquarters

Canine Reg Callout

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