Rat Terrier vs Papillon
Breed Compatibility
99% Compatible
Energy Level
Rat Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Papillon: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Rat Terrier: Easy Training0.8
Papillon: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Rat Terrier: Weekly Brushing0.4
Papillon: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Rat Terrier5/5
Papillon5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Rat Terrier3/5
Papillon3/5
Good with Strangers
Rat Terrier5/5
Papillon5/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Rat Terrier
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap dislocation
Dental Issues: Tooth decay risk
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac concerns
Eye Problems: Vision deterioration
Hip Issues: Joint complications
Allergies: Skin sensitivities
Papillon
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Dental Issues: Tooth decay risk
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clotting
Fontanel: Soft spots on skull
Pros & Cons Comparison
Rat Terrier
Pros
Excellent companion dog
Low maintenance grooming
Good with children
Highly trainable
Adaptable to various living situations
Cons
Can be vocal
High prey drive
May be stubborn
Requires regular exercise
Can be territorial
Papillon
Pros
Highly intelligent
Easy to train
Good with families
Adaptable
Low maintenance
Cons
Can be yappy
Delicate build
May be stubborn
Separation anxiety prone
Rat Terrier Fun Fact
During the early 1900s, one Rat Terrier reportedly caught 2,501 rats in a single day on a farm!
Papillon Fun Fact
Their name 'Papillon' means butterfly in French, inspired by their distinctive ear shape and feathering.
Heritage & Purpose
Rat Terrier
Origin:
Developed in America during the 1800s as farm dogs and vermin hunters. These skilled ratters protected grain stores and farmland from rodent infestations across rural areas.
Papillon
Origin: France
Developed in Renaissance Europe as companion dogs for nobility, these elegant canines appeared in numerous royal portraits across France, Spain, and Belgium.
Special Considerations
Rat Terrier
Regular dental care is crucial. Needs secure fencing due to hunting instincts. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation to prevent boredom.
Papillon
Regular ear cleaning needed due to distinctive ear feathering. Weekly brushing maintains coat health. Dental care crucial due to predisposition to dental issues.
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