Affectionate
Inquisitive
Loving
Alert
Lively

Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Devoted
Kind
Reserved
Trustworthy
Suspicious

Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Golden Peis are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Terrier, Whippet, Greyhound, Beagle

Chinese Shar-Pei, Golden Retriever

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

1900s

A Rat Terrier can have a litter of 15-18 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 Golden Pei can have a litter of 5-10 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 Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

The Golden Pei breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

OCD
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Demodectic Mange
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Teeth Issues

Patellar Luxation
Bloat

Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation

Dna For Vwd
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Testing

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

Golden Peis' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

Rat Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Peis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Golden Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Chase, Sniff, Bark, Trot, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Run, Playing, Chasing, Jumping, Running, Walking, Play, Walk, Play keep away

Walking, Fetch, Couch surfing, Play

The Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Golden Pei requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Golden Peis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Rat Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Peis are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Golden Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Golden Peis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Rat Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Golden Peis are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Golden Peis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.