The rat terrier is a famed farm helper and companion. As their name implies, they were excellent ratters on farms and made fantastic hunting companions.

They are a more rare breed today because the breed died out quite a bit due to the invention of pesticides in the 20s – 40s used on farms.

They are often mistaken for a Jack Russell Terrier, although they never have a wiry coat, they are finer boned, have a more refined head, and are considerably less aggressive.

All-in-all, they are typical terriers, loving to explore and tear around the yard, but they also love to lounge around with their owners.

***

Rat Terrier Dogs
By Chris Suckow

The Rat Terrier dog is Read the rest of this entry »

Along with Boston Baked Beans, comes Boston Creme Pie…and (drum roll please) The Boston Terrier! I’m sure the Boston Terrier wouldn’t mind eating the beans or the pie either…

.

…Always fashionable at parties wearing their “tuxedos”, Boston Terriers are the second most popular of the terrier breeds as companion pets. Now that’s saying something! They were also the 1st US breed to be recognized by the AKC back in 1893.

* Interesting Fact: Boston terriers are prone to “reverse sneezing” since they have such a short snout and an elongated palate. They will gasp and snort in a laborious manner, scaring themselves and their owners alike. Food or liquid may get caught underneath the elongated palate, which hinders their breathing and irritates their throat. It should spontaneously resolve, but you may help them by Read the rest of this entry »