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The name "rat terrier" originates from the breed's historical purpose as a small, agile dog bred for hunting and exterminating rats and other vermin on farms and in homes. The term "terrier" reflects their lineage, which includes various terrier breeds known for their tenacity and hunting abilities. These dogs were particularly popular in the early 20th century in the United States, where they were valued for their skill in pest control. Over time, the breed has evolved to also serve as a companion animal.
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What is Carrie underwood's dog name?
Carrie Underwood's rat terrier's name is Ace.
What is the species name of a Rat terrier?
A rat Terrier is a breed of dog hybrid from fox terriers, beagles, whippets, and black and tan terriers. There were bred to kill rats.
What the difference between a smooth rat terrier and rat terrier?
A rat terrier is the breed. Smooth is the coat - Flat/ short. You can also get Wire. Its the same dog...
Why was a Boston Terrier and a American Rat Terrier Bred together?
They were'NT bred together. tHe Boston Terrier is a mix of a English Bulldog and A White Terrier. Not a Rat Terrier.
What the Latin name for a Yorkshire Terrier?
The Latin name that was called Yorkshire Terrier is known as rat dog. People in the 1600's called the Yorkie a rat because of how it liked to burrow into the ground and dig.
How big do blue heeler rat terrier puppies get?
it really all depends on which role the dogs body takes on, either blue heeler or rat terrier..and rat terriers come in three sizes..so its hard to tell until they are 6 months
What three dogs make a yorkie?
Rat terrier, terrier, silky terrier
What is a ratshi terrier?
A Ratshi terrier is a combination of the Rat Terrier and the Shih tzu
What breed of dog has 3 letters in its first name and 7 in its second name?
Pug
Is there a rat terrier Webkinz?
No.
What would you call a rat terrier and border collie mix?
a border terrier. i think. or a rat collie!
What kingdom does a rat terrier belong to?
animalia
