Breed Characteristics
| Type: | Mix |
| Family: | Terrier |
| Group: | Hounds |
| Life Span: | 12-15 Years |
Toy Rat Doxie Build Information
The Toy Rat Doxie is a hybrid dog resulting from the cross of the American Rat Terrier with the Dachshund. These small dogs may have either a smooth, wire-haired, or long-haired coat that comes in a multitude of colors that include mixes of black, red, blue, tan, brindle, and many others.
| Size: | Medium |
| Length (Male): | 13-20 in. |
| Length (Female): | 10-12 in. |
| Weight: | 15 – 25 lbs |
Behaviour and Personality
Born with a strong prey drive, Toy Rat Doxie dogs are animated and lively. They generally attach strongly to one person and will be affectionate with its owner. They should be socialized and trained from an early age as they can become unwieldy and difficult to control when older if untrained. Toy Rat Doxies tend to lounge and be lazy while indoors, but will enjoy a good session of play or short walks to burn off energy.
| Activity Level: | Slightly Active |
| Affection Level: | Affectionate |
| Kid Friendliness: | Moderate Friendly |
Appearance
| Colors: | Black, Black & Cream, Black & Tan, Black & White, Blue, Red, Tri-Color |
| Shedding: | Moderate |
| Grooming: | Medium Maintenance |
| Coat Type: | Silky |
Toy Rat Doxie Pet Insurance
When adding a dog or cat to your family you want to make sure your pet is happy, healthy and protected. During its lifetime your pet is exposed to many illnesses and diseases and some breeds are affected by a congenital disease which is a condition existing at birth. At these moments when your pet is ill or maybe needs surgery, you want to be protected for the unexpected and high veterinarian costs.
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Breed Talents and Facts
| Training: | Moderately easy to train |
| Hunting Companion: | Yes |
| Ideal for Tracking: | Yes |
