American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Hairless Terrier or Decker Giant or Mini Foxi? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier" Compare American Hairless Terrier and Rat Terrier. Which is better: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	American Hairless Terrier	Rat Terrier	Miniature Fox Terrier
Origins	United States	United States	Australia
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	126	97	232
Reviews	1	2	7
User Ratings

Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	Mini Foxi Mini Foxie Mini Fox Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Rat Terrier? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier weight comparison:	5-16 pounds (2.5-7 kg)	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10.5 pounds (2.6 kg)	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier height comparison:	7-16 inches (18-41 cm)	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29.5 cm)	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$300-$500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Frequent: The American Hairless Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier trainability comparison.	American Hairless Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	American Hairless Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Hairless Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Lively Inquisitive	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Average to High: American Hairless Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	American Hairless Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Hairless Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Miniature Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Hairless Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	The American Hairless Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Low to Average: The American Hairless Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the American Hairless Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Fox Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Hairless Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	American Hairless Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 American Hairless Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Hairless Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	American Hairless Terrier 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.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	The American Hairless Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American Hairless Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do American Hairless Terrier, Rat Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of American Hairless Terrier: 15 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Fox Terrier: 12 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier energy level comparison:	American Hairless Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Hairless Terrier dogs exercise need is minimal.	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	American Hairless Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	No data available	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The American Hairless Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Fox Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Hairless	Dense Shiny	Dense
Colors What are the original American Hairless Terrier, Rat Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier color?	Black White Spotted Speckled	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Tricolor Black & Tan Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The American Hairless Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or {name3 shedding:	American Hairless Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The American Hairless Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Hairless Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

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

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Hairless Terrier or Rat Terrier or Miniature Fox 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Not really American Hairless Terrier 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.	Not really Miniature Fox 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Hairless Terrier and Rat Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier have?	3-5 puppies	5-7 puppies	2-3 puppies
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy

American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	No data available

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - American Hairless Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier

Reviews