English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Farm Collie or Decker Giant?

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Name	English Shepherd	Rat Terrier
Origins	England	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Farm Collie	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Is the English Shepherd bigger than the Rat Terrier breed? Is an English Shepherd smaller than a Rat Terrier?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Is an English Shepherd taller than a Rat Terrier?	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between English Shepherd and Rat Terrier?	$800-$1000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a English Shepherd or Rat Terrier smarter? Which is best? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	Sensitive: English Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier social needs comparison:	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an English Shepherd more dangerous than a Rat Terrier?	Low 🔽 The English Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier mouthiness comparison:	English Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do English Shepherd and Rat Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the English Shepherd and Rat Terrier?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier energy level comparison:	English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Does the English Shepherd breed eat more than the Rat Terrier breed?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	No data available
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier coat comparison:	Fluffy Silky	Dense Shiny
Colors What are the original English Shepherd and Rat Terrier color? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier color comparison:	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Do English Shepherd dogs shed more than Rat Terrier dogs?	English Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	The English Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	English Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	English Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Shepherd or Rat Terrier?	English Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Can an English Shepherd and a Rat Terrier be friends? Do English Shepherd dogs get along with Rat Terrier dogs?	English Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	Yes English Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Shepherd or Rat Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier?	Not really English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can English Shepherd and Rat Terrier have? English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier litter size comparison:	5-8 puppies, average 6	5-7 puppies
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English Shepherd vs Rat Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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