Rat Terrier vs Danish-swedish Farmdog

Compare the Rat Terrier to the Danish-swedish Farmdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Rat Terriers and Danish-swedish Farmdogs.

Rat Terrier vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
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General Details
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-18 Years
10-15 Years
Height
10-18 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
10-24 Pounds
15-25 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Origin Country
United States
Denmark
Origin Year
1800 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
27 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Average Lifespan
12-18 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart problems
Eye problems
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dental problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Rat Terrier
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
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
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Tan
White and Tan
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