Active
Playful
Hard working
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Bold
Intelligent

Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless

Tenterfield Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

England
Australia

United States

Smooth Coated Ratting Terriers

Smooth Fox Terrier and American Rat Terrier

1993

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Pied

Brown
Red
Black
White

A Tenterfield Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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 Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier 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.

The Tenterfield Terrier 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Hip Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism

Glaucoma
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

Blood and Urine Tests
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

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

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

In general most Tenterfield Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general Tenterfield Terrier should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier 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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Tenterfield Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

Tenterfield Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

The Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Tenterfield Terriers are not cat friendly.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Tenterfield Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.