Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive

Calm
Spirited
Energetic
Friendly

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

Dunkers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Rat-A-Paps are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Dunkers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Norway

Papillon, American Rat Terrier

Russian Harlequin Hound, Norwegian Scent Hounds

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19th Century

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Red
Fawn

Black
Blue
Fawn
White

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 Dunker can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Rat-A-Paps are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dunkers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Dunkers 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

Deafness

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

Hip Dysplasia

Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hearing Tests

Rat-A-Paps' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Dunkers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Rat-A-Pap has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Dunker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Rat-A-Paps need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Dunkers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Rat-A-Paps bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Dunker is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Playing Ball, Swimming, Visiting Family, Snuggling, Car rides

Walking, Running

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 Dunker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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, Dunker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 25-39 pound (11 - 18 kg) Dunker feed 2.5 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 Dunker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 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 Dunker is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Dunkers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Rat-A-Pap is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Dunkers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Dunkers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rat-A-Paps are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Dunkers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Dunkers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Rat-A-Paps are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Dunkers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.