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17 Interesting Facts About Rat Terriers

#10 This means that you should brush your furry friend thoroughly on a regular basis.

This not only removes loose hair, but you can also check at the same time whether the four-legged friend has suffered minor injuries, which can develop into an extremely painful hotspot unnoticed. You can also recognize annoying parasites such as ear mites at an early stage by getting used to regularly checking all parts of your four-legged friend's body.

#11 In addition to the ears, you should also take a look at the dog’s teeth and also check the claws.

#12 The Rat Terrier has a life expectancy of 15 to 18 years.

If you choose a representative of this dog breed, you will most likely be able to spend a lot of time with your four-legged best friend.

Mary Allen

Written by Mary Allen

Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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