Rat Terrier vs Teddy Roosevelt Terrier

Compare the Rat Terrier to the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Rat Terriers and Teddy Roosevelt Terriers.

Rat Terrier vs Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
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General Details
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-18 Years
14-16 Years
Height
10-18 Inches
8-15 Inches
Weight
10-24 Pounds
10-25 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1800 AD
1999 AD
Temperament
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-18 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Malocclusions
Obesity
Skin allergies
Heart problems
Ectopia lentis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Rat Terrier
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
White
White
White and Apricot
White and Apricot
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Lemon
White and Lemon
White and Red
White and Red
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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