QUESTION: i have a 6 year old rat terrier and i wanted to know if they are good hunters i would love to take her hunting with me just to keep me company
Anonymous - 2/5/2012 2:28:39 PM
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QUESTION: do rat terriers shed?????
Anonymous - 2/4/2012 5:38:46 PM
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QUESTION: How long does a mix of chow and rat terrier live??
Anonymous - 1/29/2012 10:27:58 AM
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QUESTION: What is the most common breed of the terrier group?
Anonymous - 1/24/2012 9:06:23 AM
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QUESTION: We have a 10 1/2 week old female Rat Terrier. She is doing very well, eating well and sleeping all night in her crate. She is very, very active. She is constantly wanting to chew on everything she comes in contact with, including ourselves.
Any suggestions? Thank you.
Anonymous - 1/23/2012 12:24:18 PM
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I found that with my 2 year old rat terrier, who still chews like crazy, that nylabones have kept him busy enough to get a little while of peace. We also have liked to use on of those laser pointers that you get in the pet section of the grocery store to help wear him out. Another suggestion is get the nylabone brand of toys (they have a lot of different toys (: ) and get a lot of (real in my case at least) tennis balls. I have found that both of my terriers, even though they are different breeds, love these things and it keeps them busy/gives them exercise without wearing yourself out :)
Anonymous - 2/1/2012 12:55:50 AM
QUESTION: I have four rat terriers and one fox rat terrier. I had four rat terrier puppies. Then we sold two of them. I am doing a science fair project for sixth grade. I already did my project and now I need three resources to back up my results. Do any of you know what websites to go to? My topic was " What color will a dog most likely go to". My colors were blue, green, yellow, and red. Anybody have any websites. Please help. This concerns 50 percent of my grade!!!
Anonymous - 1/18/2012 8:48:48 AM
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QUESTION: I have a rat terrier who is 10 years old tomorrow. Today we found out she is diabetic. She was drinking water and urinating constantly. Does anyone know if this is a genetic problem with rat terriers? 3 years ago she also had to have a bladder stone romoved also. I am so worried as we love her so.
Anonymous - 1/12/2012 8:55:55 PM
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QUESTION: We got a rat terrier from a rescue group. We figure he is about 4 yrs old. The day after we got him I had to take him to the vet due to him coughing and running fever. Two months later he started coughing again, took him to the vet. Now here it is two months later and he is sick again. Why is he getting sick so much? I really can't afford to take him to the vet this time. Is there anything over the counter I can give him?
Anonymous - 1/9/2012 1:41:13 PM
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I would suggest 1/2 cc of long lasting penicillon every few days until he is better. I grew up on a ranch in Dakota and it is not rocket science to treat many illnesses and a lot of vets are crooks, as far as I'm concerned, preying on small pet owners. You can get antibiotics at farm supply stores - you have to ask, usually, as they are kept refrigerated. I have treated many dogs this way, and I always have the medicine on hand.
Anonymous - 1/30/2012 9:21:10 PM
People who cannot afford a pet should not own one. The initial sickness was probably from the pound or rescue where you got him. He seems to not have gotten over it. Maybe he didn't get the right medicine or enough of it.
Anonymous - 1/10/2012 9:11:58 PM
QUESTION: Are Rat Terrier's hypoallergenic?
Anonymous - 1/6/2012 10:55:52 AM
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QUESTION: Are Rat Terries clean?
Anonymous - 1/1/2012 8:38:08 PM
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My rat terrier is also very easy to bathe when he does get dirty. The trick is to not force them and to treat them during the bathing process so he/she learns that bathing is like anything else. Do a good job and you get a treat. Eventually you will have a willing dog that will do it because he trusts you and not because he wants a treat.
Anonymous - 1/4/2012 12:52:22 AM
QUESTION: I have a 4 mo old rat terrier. I would like to breed her and would like to know if it is best to wait to a certian age (skip a heat or two or...)Also what age do they generally have their first heat?
Anonymous - 12/31/2011 2:36:06 PM
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Wait till your rat terrier is 2 years old. Also dont breed unless both parents have been tested. Talk to other breeders to get help and information so you can produce healthy puppies.
Anonymous - 1/4/2012 12:46:00 AM
QUESTION: I have a small dog which is a mixture of "rat terrier, tea cup chihuahua & pomeranian"! My question is does any of these breeds have a noticeable spine? I want to take him to a vet but I really can't afford one. He's very active & eats well. He is over a year old now but the only time he did see a vet was when we first got him. Whatever shot he got then was the start. He was checked for worms & they found none.The vet said he was in good health. Can anyone help me? Is the spine showing normal for one of the breeds? Thank you & Bless you & yours
Anonymous - 12/28/2011 3:32:59 PM
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QUESTION: Is getting a rat terrier at 7 weeks too soon? He is the biggest of the litter and weaning well.
Anonymous - 12/17/2011 12:56:00 PM
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QUESTION: I need to know if walking my rat terrier in the winter is too cold for him. He loves to walk and I put a sherpa lined coat on him. Should I let him decide when to go back home? What about his feet? Should I have a sweater on him in the house?
Anonymous - 12/11/2011 10:27:57 PM
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Your rat terrier should be fine mine will tell me when his feet get cold and he wants to go back in. Others will play outside till their feet fall off. Just watch and learn.
Anonymous - 1/4/2012 12:47:27 AM
QUESTION: When I walk my rat terrier in the winter is he as cold as I am? I put a coat on him but wondered if I shouldn't walk him in 30 degree weather or colder. He loves to walk and I let him decide when to go back home. What about in the snow? He doesn't seem to mind but I am concened. Thank you.
Anonymous - 12/11/2011 12:43:08 PM
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QUESTION: I have a female rat/chi. I need to get her a rawhide bone Sh'e small, loves to chew, and very active. I don't want a bone that will splinter or break off in pieces and get lodged in her throat. What bone is best??
Anonymous - 11/20/2011 11:16:07 AM
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QUESTION: I have a female rat terrier that just had pups but is now in heat again, and now she just mated again without me knowing with another dog. This is her third time mating without missing any in heat, would anything bad happen to her if she labored again. Will she die? Please help me I am worried sick about my female rat terrier. I dont want anything bad happening to her.
Anonymous - 11/17/2011 4:34:23 PM
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Get your rat terrier fixed next heat. You are letting her mate too many times back to back. Make sure she gets healthy food and does not get exposed to any illnesses and she should be fine.
Anonymous - 1/4/2012 12:48:54 AM
QUESTION: I have a 3 month old rat terrier. He has only been with us a couple of weeks. Unfortunately he acts very strange. First and main thing is he yelps at everything, he wont walk on his leash,hates the outside, he is afraid of men and wants to stay in his crate all day. He has just been to the vet recently and they found nothing, please if u have any advice on how to get him to act like a normal puppy? Please and thank you!!
Anonymous - 11/16/2011 9:33:51 PM
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I have a 12 year old rat terrier.. and have owned more in the distant past. What you're describing is totally normal for a terrier.. they're wonderful, stubborn, very active little dogs, and you just need to give your little feller some time.. in time he'll be your best friend.
Anonymous - 1/23/2012 2:11:18 PM
ROLL A SOCK UP AND PLAY FETCH WITH IT....DON'T KNOW WHY BUT ALL MY RATS LOVE IT
Anonymous - 1/9/2012 1:06:46 PM
Time and love fixes this one most of the time. Also you might try puppy kindergarten classes.
Anonymous - 1/4/2012 12:49:56 AM
We got our rat terrier when she was 2 months old she acted the same way she was scared of everything we just gave her lots of love and brought her outside so she could see everything was okay it took a little while of being outside as much as we could but she came out of it now she goes out on the boat ,for rides in the car and isnt quite so stressed
Anonymous - 11/20/2011 4:13:25 PM
QUESTION: I have a 7 yr old Rat Terrier and he has been with me just over a year. He is very friendly and sometimes he tinkles a bit when he gets excited. He also sleeps under the blankets at my side. Well the last few nights he has been at me neck with his cheek to my cheek (very protective). And yesterday when we tried to get him to go out, he got so scared he completely wet my bed..his entire bladder. And now he won't get off the bed...without a lot prodding. Just worried about him? Please help.
Anonymous - 11/13/2011 5:28:39 PM
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I do know my rat terriers previous owner. I'm not sure if he was beat or anything. But I do believe he was mistreated to some degree. He was very timid when he came to me. Cowered when he thought was in trouble, so I've spent a yr letting him know he is safe. There has been a signifigant change in him and I believe in my heart he is being the dog he was meant to be. But the last few days have just have me worried about him
Anonymous - 11/15/2011 9:38:18 PM
Hi :) I have 2 rat terriers myself, a 7-year-old female and a 3-month-old male. Do you know the previous owners of your rat terrier? It sounds to me like he was mistreated and starved for attention. But you say you've had him for over a year, so you'd think he'd be well-adjusted by now... My advice to you is to take him to a vet, he may also have problems with his bladder.
Anonymous - 11/14/2011 5:07:01 PM
QUESTION: How long do female rat terriers stay in heat..mine has been in heat for 16 days as of today..when is it going to end???. my male fixed rat is driving me crazy..
Anonymous - 10/29/2011 12:09:48 PM
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The cycle lasts for three weeks. The second week is the most fertile. The bleeding will last for about 2 1/2 weeks. You can buy "pants" at petco with disposable panty liners to absorb the blood.
Anonymous - 11/14/2011 5:11:22 PM
QUESTION: I need to know soon what will happen to my rat terrier females when they are spayed? Will they stay the same size? I am planning to have my male neutered also. The females have been in heat several times. I rescued these wonderful pets from a puppy mill. Should I just have the male neutered? They play in a large back yard and don't leave my house. No other Rat Terriers are around. Sally Elsberry
Anonymous - 10/23/2011 7:35:46 PM
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I have a male rat terrier and had him neutered last year. Yes, he became a little lazy and has gained weight. He is still in the healthy range.
Anonymous - 10/25/2011 10:39:38 AM
QUESTION: I have two female Rat Terriers. I also have a male. I rescued them from a mill. Will the females get larger when I get them spayed? They have been in heat several times.
Anonymous - 10/23/2011 7:28:03 PM
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QUESTION: what would a rat terrier and a fox terrier look like. I have a terrier of some kind but he has both fox and rat terrier features.
Anonymous - 10/20/2011 1:37:00 PM
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Well, it's kind of hard to say. Fox terriers and rat terriers really do look a lot alike. I have 2 rat terriers myself. I saw a lady in PetSmart just the other day with a little dog, and I thought it was a rat terrier. When I asked her what kind of dog it was, she told me fox terrier...
Google pics of fox terriers and rat terriers. Generally fox terriers have longer faces, but some are very hard to distinguish from rat terriers.
Either way, they will make very cute puppies! :)
Anonymous - 11/14/2011 5:15:27 PM
QUESTION: Can I feed my 3 year old rat terrier milk? or is she to old?
Anonymous - 10/11/2011 8:31:22 PM
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No, not recommended. Is only good when your rat terrier is still a puppy.
Anonymous - 10/29/2011 6:14:01 PM
QUESTION: I got my 3 year old Rat Terrier from an animal protective league and she barks at cars, tries to fight other dogs and she trys to nip people when they are done petting her. What do I do to make her stop doing that?
Anonymous - 10/11/2011 8:22:36 PM
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QUESTION: I just got my 9 month old rat terrier..He seems to be fearful towards everyone but me my 6 year old son doesnt even have to be close to him for him to act like he wants to bite him..What can I do to get him to feel comfortable around everyone?
Anonymous - 10/3/2011 11:56:59 AM
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Our male rat terrier was about 8 months old when we adopted him. He is now 5 years old and still doesn't like little boys. He doesn't try and bite them, but will growl. He doesn't do this to little girls which makes us believe he was treated badly by a little boy. We know this about our dog and if we have company, we usually put him in the bedroom.
Anonymous - 10/25/2011 10:42:50 AM
Well, have you had your rat terrirer since birth or not? It depends on when you got him. If you got him from somewhere, he may not have been in a home with children. It sounds like he is fearful of children. Just get him acquainted with children in a controlled environment and he will do just fine.
Anonymous - 10/11/2011 8:33:53 PM
QUESTION: My little female (20 pounds) is now 9 months old. We rescued her at 3 months and were told she was a Jack Russell mix but sure looks more like a rat terrier. She does her business outside. She lets us know by scratching on the carpeting. She gets bored easily and if I am out of the room for 5 minutes she scratches the carpeting in the center of the room. 3 spots right down to carpet backing. Any ideas? She was crate trained but in the last 2 weeks it is a battle to get her into the crate at night. She wants to sleep with me and I have let her. She now whines and sometimes barks when I have to leave the house and put her in the crate. She can't be trusted to have the run of house. Ideas on this scenario? Thanks.
Anonymous - 9/30/2011 8:59:08 PM
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First, give her LOTS of toys to play with while you are gone. Pratice leaving for 5 min a day and everyday go up by 5's and see how she acts. If she is entertained, that's great. If she continues, she has separation anxiety. Second, at night, leave a light on. Bring her upstairs where you sleep and put her next to the bed. Do that for 1 week. Then put her where you want her to sleep. She and you will be fine!
Anonymous - 10/11/2011 8:38:14 PM
QUESTION: I just purchased a female Micro Minni or Tiny Toy Rat terrior. She is 11 weeks old and 1lb. The vet expects her to get about 2 1/2 to 3 pounds. Has anyone handled this small of a rat terrior before?? I used to have a small jack russell for many years so im familiar with terriors but not this small!
Anonymous - 9/26/2011 12:00:40 PM
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Yes, I have owned one a few years back. They are just like regular sized dogs. The only thing you got to worry about is her size!!
Anonymous - 10/12/2011 4:23:23 PM
QUESTION: I have a 7 week old Rat Terrier puppy and she is not going to the bathroom. Could be that I just got her on sunday and she is also not sleeping help
Anonymous - 9/20/2011 9:11:17 PM
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Your rat terrier is scared! Me, I would take her out every 2-3 hours. If she shows signs of potty, take her out immediately!! Put her in a crate that is see through at night so she can see you! Then she will get tired and go to sleep!
Anonymous - 10/11/2011 8:40:37 PM
QUESTION: WHAT IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR A FIRST TIME PUPPY PARENT? MUST BE OK WITH THESE THINGS: CAT, LOTS OF VISITORS, KIDS, INDOOR LIFE, ONE MASTER, OLDER PEOPLE. PLEASE HELP ME FIND A SUITABLE MATCH FOR ME. THANKS FOR YOUR TIME
Anonymous - 9/10/2011 4:08:53 PM
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you should get a rat terrier i have one he is good with kids and he likes to live indoors with people and he barks when strangers come over but when he sees me welcome them in he stops barking and he likes cats and to become a rat terrier`s master you have to be the one thats always around it and takes care of it
Anonymous - 2/5/2012 1:40:35 PM
i have a rat terrier and she loves everyone and is very protective of my sisters and brothers and she loves everyone
Anonymous - 12/20/2011 6:00:53 PM
I wouldn't recommend you getting a rat terrier. I have one of my own and although I love him to death he can be very aggressive. This happens mostly towards children and men who are wearing ball caps. I have had him for two years and cannot seem to break him of this habit. They are very good dogs though if you can socialize them as a puppy.
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