Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Inquisitive
Bold
Fearless
Keen

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Gentle
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Rottskys are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Rat Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

Rottweiler and Siberian Husky

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
White
Brown
Cream
Red

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Sable

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

Rottskys have medium-length coats.

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 Rottsky can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Rottskys are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts

Entropion
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis
Corneal Dystrophy
Pancreatitis
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Bone Biopsy
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Rottsky 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.

Rottskys sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch

Tug-of-war, Road trip, Dog Parks, Climbing, Fetch, Walk, Run, Frisbee, Running, Walking, Camping, Hiking, Walks, Chasing, Wrestling, Play keep away, Playdate, Playing outside, Playing fetch, Go to Park, Groom, Catch treats, Off-leash, Play, Nap, Chase, Bath time, Shake, Eating Snacks, Going on drives

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Rottskys are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Rottsky, it's at least 14 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 Rottskys usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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, Rottsky should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Wire Foxy Rat Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 75-95 pound (34 - 43 kg) Rottsky feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Rottsky is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Rottsky is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Rottskys 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.

Rottskys have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Rottskys are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Rottskys are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Rottskys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.