Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Inquisitive
Bold
Fearless
Keen

Affectionate
Independent
Loving
Playful
Social
Alert
Intelligent
Going
Quiet

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Mal-Shis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Rat Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

Shih Tzu, Maltese

Unknown

1990

Brown

Hazel
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Cream
Red

White
Black
Brown

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Mal-Shis are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

A Wire Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Mal-Shi can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Mal-Shis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Respiratory Problems

Cataracts

None Known

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Eye and Otoscopic Examination

X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Mal-Shi has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Mal-Shis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Fetch

Go to Beach, Go to Park, Run, Frisbee, Road trip, Tug-of-war, Chase, Fetch, Jumping, Shake, Walks, Play, Walk, Nap, Bath time, Brushing, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Walking, Sitting, Sleeping, Everything, Groom, Catch treats, Ride, Play ball

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mal-Shi, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Mal-Shis usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Mal-Shi requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Wire Foxy Rat Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Mal-Shi should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Mal-Shi is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Mal-Shis are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Mal-Shis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Mal-Shis are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Mal-Shis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Mal-Shis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Mal-Shis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.