Affectionate
Inquisitive
Loving
Alert
Lively

Dignified
Loyal
Sweet
Tempered
Intelligent
Generous
Patient
Thoughtful

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

Irish Wolfhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

Ireland

Terrier, Whippet, Greyhound, Beagle

Great Dane, Deerhound

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

1800s

390 AD

Terrier (AKC:2013 & UKC)

Hound (AKC:1897)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

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.

An Irish Wolfhound can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhound 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

Gastric Torsion

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

Osteosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation

Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Irish Wolfhounds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Irish Wolfhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Irish Wolfhounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

Rat Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Irish Wolfhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

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

Walk, Tug-of-war, Run, Play, Fetch, Cuddle

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

The Irish Wolfhound requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Rat Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Irish Wolfhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Irish Wolfhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

Irish Wolfhounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Irish Wolfhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Irish Wolfhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.