About the Rat Terrier

Rat Terriers are the perfect pocket-sized powerhouses for people who want a big personality in a compact package. These alert, intelligent companions are endlessly loving and eager to please, making them wonderfully trainable and responsive to their humans. With their signature erect ears, athletic frame, and smooth coat in a rainbow of colors, they're as striking as they are spirited. Rat Terrier owners know the joy of having a devoted best friend who's always ready for adventure—whether that's a backyard romp or a cozy night on the couch. If you share your life with one of these special little dogs, you understand why Rat Terrier pride runs deep.

Personality: Alert, intelligent, loving, trainable

Physical traits: Compact build, erect ears, smooth coat, varied colors, athletic frame