Rat Terrier vs Saluki
Breed Compatibility
85% Compatible
Energy Level
Rat Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Saluki: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Rat Terrier: Easy Training0.8
Saluki: Independent0.4
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Rat Terrier: Weekly Brushing0.4
Saluki: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Rat Terrier5/5
Saluki3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Rat Terrier3/5
Saluki3/5
Good with Strangers
Rat Terrier5/5
Saluki3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
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
Saluki
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Cardiac Issues: Heart health concerns
Hemangiosarcoma: Blood vessel cancer
Eye Problems: Various vision issues
Hypothyroidism: Thyroid dysfunction
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
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
Saluki
Pros
Elegant and graceful
Athletic and swift
Low grooming needs
Quiet and clean
Loyal to family
Cons
Strong prey drive
Independent nature
Needs secure fencing
Challenging to train
Requires extensive exercise
Rat Terrier Fun Fact
During the early 1900s, one Rat Terrier reportedly caught 2,501 rats in a single day on a farm!
Saluki Fun Fact
Salukis were so valued in ancient Egypt that they were often mummified like pharaohs upon death.
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.
Saluki
Origin:
Desert hunters in the Fertile Crescent, Salukis served ancient nobility as swift pursuit hounds for gazelle and hare hunting across vast sandy terrains.
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.
Saluki
Requires secure fencing due to prey drive. Regular exercise essential. Gentle grooming needed. Temperature sensitivity demands indoor comfort.
Shedding
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