Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier

Compare the Miniature Bull Terrier to the Rat Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Bull Terriers and Rat Terriers.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
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General Details
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-18 Years
Height
10-13 Inches
10-18 Inches
Weight
25-33 Pounds
10-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1872 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
27 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Above Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-18 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Mitral valve disease
Allergies
Glaucoma
Deafness
Subaortic Stenosis
Lens luxation
Kidney issues
Blindness
Compulsive tail-chasing
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Miniature Bull Terrier
Rat Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
White
White
White and Apricot
White and Apricot
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Lemon
White and Lemon
White and Red
White and Red
White and Silver
White and Silver
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Blue, and Fawn
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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