Rat Terrier
United States
Standard: 13-18 inches ( 33-46 cm) Thumbnail: 10-13 inches ( 25-33 cm)
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The Rat Terrier is recognized by the American Kennel Club breed of dog in the United States. From the FCI, the breed is not recognized.
Origin and History
In 1820, was started in England Smooth Fox Terrier and Manchester Terrier breed for Rattenpit. It was here about during a specified time to kill the most rats. 1890 she came to the U.S., they still had the original color of black and tan. The name was given the breed of Teddy Roosevelt, whose favorite dogs they were. In consequence, also the breeder of the breed accepted and crossed again Smooth Fox Terrier, whereupon the dominance of the color was white. Were further crossed with Beagle and Whippets. The Rat Terrier was held on American farms as Rattler, so as Rattenvernichter. Between 1910 and 1920 he was one of the most common farm dogs in the United States.
Description
The coat color of the dog is predominantly white, with black and brown patches and is reminiscent of the coat color of Parson Russell Terriers. Compared to the Parson Russell Terrier is the Rat Terrier dünnknochiger and has a finer head. His ears stand erect upward in the rule.
Use
The Rat Terrier is still a hard-working helpers on the farm and is increasingly employed as a pure family dog.