Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive

Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Aggressive

Rat-A-Paps are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bully-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Papillon, American Rat Terrier

Shih Tzu and Bulldog

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Red
Fawn

Brown
White
Black

Rat-A-Paps have medium-length coats.

Bully-Tzus are known for their coat length.

A Rat-A-Pap can have a litter of 5-7 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 Bully-Tzu can have a litter of 4-5 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.

While the Rat-A-Pap breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bully-Tzus typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Dental Problems

Allergies

Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic Tests

Rat-A-Paps sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bully-Tzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Rat-A-Paps 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.

Bully-Tzus are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Bully-Tzu dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rat-A-Pap, it's at least 10 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 Bully-Tzu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rat-A-Paps usually need at least 60 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 Bully-Tzus usually need at least 20 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 Rat-A-Pap has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Bully-Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Rat-A-Pap should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Bully-Tzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Rat-A-Pap feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Bully-Tzu feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Rat-A-Pap is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Bully-Tzu is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Rat-A-Pap is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Bully-Tzu is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $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 Rat-A-Pap is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Bully-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Rat-A-Paps make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bully-Tzus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rat-A-Paps are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bully-Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rat-A-Paps are highly friendly around strangers.

Bully-Tzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rat-A-Paps are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bully-Tzus are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Rat-A-Paps are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bully-Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.