Sizes- Toy
Tot under 5lbs - Toy under 10lbs - Mini - 10-18lbs - Standard - 18-28lbs
- Decker Giant - 22-40lbs.
Type - Class
A- square body, longer leg. Class B- shorter legs in proportion to body
length.
Uses - Companion,
pet, hunting, utility.
Life span - 15-18
years
Adaptability - all
climates, apartments and homes all situations.
Temperament -
Excellent with family, personality outgoing when socialized, excellent
guard dog, good with other pets, excellent with children when raised with
respect, non- yappy, intelligent, loyal, sensitive and loving.
Training - housebreaking
extremely easy with consistency. Obedience, learns very quickly and should
be taught. Can be trained for any hunting or working task. Natural ratters
and vermin dogs. They seek to please their owners.
Sexes - no
major differences.
Availability -
Limited in the East, North, Midwest, Mid Continental and Northwest.
Health - See
Health
Survey
Colors - All
except brindle and merle (pure white not acceptable in show ring).
Coat - short
Ears - erect,
tipped and button.
Prices -
average price $350.00
Other - Club,
National Rat Terrier Association.
Recommended Registry, National Rat Terrier Registry.
For Additional Information -
see Standards, NRTR
Registration, NRTA Membership, Breeders
List.
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