Affectionate
Inquisitive
Loving
Alert
Lively

Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Extroverted

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

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

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

Schip-A-Poms aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Terrier, Whippet, Greyhound, Beagle

Schipperke and Pomeranian

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
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

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 Schip-A-Pom can have a litter of 3-7 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.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

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

Patellar Luxation
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism

Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation

X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Skin and Hair Exams
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Schip-A-Poms are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Schip-A-Pom 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.

Schip-A-Poms need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Schip-A-Poms sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Schip-A-Pom 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

Fetch, Run, Playing, Cuddling, walks, Cuddling, Walk, Movies, Playing fetch, Speak, Dog Parks, Cuddle, Pet, Eating Snacks, Walking, Play, Tug-of-war

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

The Schip-A-Pom requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

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

Schip-A-Poms have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Schip-A-Poms are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Schip-A-Poms are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Schip-A-Poms 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.

Schip-A-Poms are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.