Active
Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Aggressive
Bold
Fearless
Good-natured
Keen
Opinionated

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

Wire Foxingeses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Rat Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Pekingese and Wire Fox Terrier

2000's

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Red
Black
Brown
Pied
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

King Rats have short coats.

Wire Foxingeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

A King Rat 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 Wire Foxingese can have a litter of 4-6 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.

While the King Rat breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Wire Foxingeses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Heart Disease
Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Shoulder And Elbow Luxation
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Demodectic Mange
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Skin Allergies
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Corneal Dystrophy

Skin Diseases and Disorders
Congenital Eye Defects

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Hearing Tests

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

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

Wire Foxingese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Rat, it's at least 9 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 Wire Foxingese, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most King Rats 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.

In general most Wire Foxingeses usually need at least 45 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 King Rat has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Wire Foxingeses require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

King Rat 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, Wire Foxingese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

The average cost of a King Rat is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Wire Foxingese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Rat 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 Wire Foxingese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Wire Foxingeses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

King Rats make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

King Rats make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Wire Foxingeses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

King Rats are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

King Rats are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Wire Foxingeses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

King Rats are highly friendly around strangers.

Wire Foxingeses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Wire Foxingeses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.