Rat Terrier vs Whippet Comparison – Which dog is better Decker Giant or Snap Dog?

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Name	Rat Terrier	Whippet
Origins	United States	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	97	61
Reviews	2	2
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rat Terrier vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Rat Terrier or Whippet? Is the Rat Terrier bigger than the Whippet breed? Is a Rat Terrier smaller than a Whippet?	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rat Terrier or Whippet? Rat Terrier vs Whippet weight comparison:	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rat Terrier or Whippet? Is a Rat Terrier taller than a Whippet?	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rat Terrier or Whippet? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rat Terrier and Whippet?	$300-$500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rat Terrier or Whippet smarter? Which is best? Rat Terrier vs Whippet intelligence:	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.
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Trainability Rat Terrier vs Whippet trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rat Terrier or Whippet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rat Terrier vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rat Terrier vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet 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: Rat Terrier vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rat Terrier vs Whippet health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Rat Terrier vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Rat Terrier and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rat Terrier and Whippet?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	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.

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rat Terrier or Whippet? Rat Terrier vs Whippet energy level comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rat Terrier vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rat Terrier or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rat Terrier or Whippet? Does the Rat Terrier breed eat more than the Whippet breed?	No data available	1 to 2 cups 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? Rat Terrier vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rat Terrier vs Whippet coat comparison:	Dense Shiny	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Rat Terrier and Whippet color? Rat Terrier vs Whippet color comparison:	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rat Terrier or Whippet? Rat Terrier vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rat Terrier or Whippet? Do Rat Terrier dogs shed more than Whippet dogs?	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rat Terrier or Whippet?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rat Terrier vs Whippet 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, Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rat Terrier or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet 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 Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rat Terrier or Whippet?	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rat Terrier or Whippet? Can a Rat Terrier and a Whippet be friends? Do Rat Terrier dogs get along with Whippet dogs?	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rat Terrier vs Whippet 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rat Terrier or Whippet? 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.
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.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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: Rat Terrier vs Whippet?	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet 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.

Rat Terrier vs Whippet 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 Rat Terrier and Whippet have? Rat Terrier vs Whippet litter size comparison:	5-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Rat Terrier vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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Eileen Forbes
Jun 26, 2020, 8:19:48 PM:
Good information on both dogs . They say my dog is a rat terrier . But she looks like a whippet too . I guess I could do dna to find out that she is ??