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Ty Brown |
Ty
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Val
is an internationally recognized Expert
Animal Communicator and Master |
Healer
who has authored 6 books on Animal Communication
and has been featured in several TV
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Wayne & Jayne Radio Show and Whole Life Radio
with Carmen & John LaMarca. Her uncanny insight
into 'animal thought' comes from having intimately
worked with over 6,200 animals during the past
30 years, which is why we trust her profound
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Dr. Susan Lauten |
Dr.
Lauten has a Masters in Animal Nutrition
and a Ph.D in Biomedical Sciences.
Recently a guest of |
Dr.
Marty Becker on "Top Vets Talk Pets"
and interviewed by The Oregon Live,
she has authored several peer-reviewed articles
and veterinary nutrition reference book chapters.
With 5 years of experience teaching Veterinary
Nutrition at a Veterinary Teaching Hospital,
Dr. Lauten brings unequalled veterinary perspective
into how your dog should be cared for both medically
and nutritionally. |

Sally Rushmore |
Sally
has a current practice which teaches nearly
200 young dog owners to train
their dogs in obedience and |
agility
each year. Having spent over 40 years training
dogs, Sally has proven experience in helping
dogs to love and obey their owners and bond
deeply with them - while guiding owners to truly
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How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
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to avoid 'accidents' from your Rat Terrier.
- How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan with a healthy and nutritious
diet.
- How to teach your Rat Terrier to listen to you all the time.
- How to turn your unruly, disobedient Rat Terrier into a loving, friendly
companion.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
The 2 main reasons why your Rat Terrier barks excessively and how to control his excessive barking.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to potty train their dogs that actually make their dogs more difficult to housetrain and how you can avoid these mistakes.
How to obedience train your Rat Terrier and permanently end behavioral problems like Aggression, Biting, Jumping, Pulling on the Leash, etc.
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
The 2 main reasons why your Rat Terrier puppy isn't housebroken yet and what you should do in each case.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to obedience train their puppies that actually make their puppies more difficult to train and how you can avoid these mistakes.
How to stop your Rat Terrier puppy from play biting and nipping.
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
The 2 main reasons why your Rat Terrier barks excessively and how to control his excessive barking.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to control their dogs' barking and how you can avoid these mistakes
How your instinctive reaction to your Rat Terrier's barking may actually be making the problem worse!
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
The 2 main reasons why your Rat Terrier bites and how to control his biting.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to stop their dogs from biting and how you can avoid these mistakes
How your instinctive reaction to your Rat Terrier's biting may actually be making the problem worse!
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
The 2 main reasons why your Rat Terrier is being aggressive and how to control his aggression.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to stop their dogs from being aggressive and how you can avoid these mistakes
How your instinctive reaction to your Rat Terrier's aggression may actually be making the problem worse!
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
The 2 main reasons why your Rat Terrier is suffering from separation anxiety... and how to cure it
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to cure their dogs' separation anxiety and how you can avoid these mistakes
How your instinctive reaction to your Rat Terrier's separation anxiety may actually be making the problem worse!
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
The 2 main reasons why your Rat Terrier isn't housebroken yet and what you should do in each case.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to potty train their dogs that actually make their dogs more difficult to housetrain... and how you can avoid these mistakes
How you can use our unique "Christmas Bells" technique to train your Rat Terrier to tell you when it needs to go out
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology
How obedience training sessions can be positive and fun-filled for both you and your Rat Terrier.
How to permanently end your Rat Terrier's behavioral problems like Pulling on the Leash, Jumping, Chewing, Digging, etc.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Rat Terrier owners make when they are trying to obedience train their dogs that actually make their dogs more difficult to train and how you can avoid these mistakes
How to improve your Rat Terrier's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Rat Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rat Terrier's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rat Terrier cool new tricks
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Rat Terrier: Training & Key Characteristics of Rat Terrier Dog Breed (American Rat Terrier)
Group: Terrier
Also Known As: Ratting Terrier,
Feist, American Rat Terrier
About Rat Terrier
Country of Origin, History of the breed
In Great Britain, sometime
around the early half of 19th century, the
Rat Terrier was developed from the Smooth
Fox Terrier and the Manchester Terrier. And
in the later part of 19th century the breed
was brought to the United States of America.
Although, before coming to the USA, the Rat
Terrier was only available in black and tan
coat shades. However, in America, the Rat
Terriers were crossed with the Beagle, the
Whippet, the Smooth Fox Terriers and the Chihuahua.
The dog is expert at killing rats and is used
in farms for such purposes. It should be mentioned
here that the Rat Terrier found its name from
Teddy Roosevelt.
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A General Description of
the Dog
The Rat Terrier has a compact,
adequately muscled body with its legs and shoulder
being sturdy and strong. The dog has pointed ears
with a tail that varies in sizes from one dog to
the other dog. Apart from the coat color being black
and tan, the other colors range from chocolate,
red, white, blue-white, sables and lemon with different
patterns like spots and freckles. The dog is also
seen in tricolors as well.
Height
The average height of each of
the three sizes of the Rat Terrier are:
- Standard:14 to 23 inches
- Medium: 8 to14 inches
- Toy: 8 inches
Weight
The average weight of each of
the three sizes of the Rat Terrier are:
- Standard: 12 to 35 pounds
- Medium: 6 to 8 pounds
- Toy: 4 to 6 pounds
Personality
Temperament of the Breed
The Rat Terriers make adorable
and affectionate pets. They are a lively and energetic
breed that help them adjust among human families
easily. The Rat Terrier is sharp-witted and intelligent
by nature. Mostly good around children with whom
they have grown up, they are usually well-behaved,
playful and not the yapping type.
Training is fairly easy, owing
their eager-to-please, enthusiasm-to-learn and responsive
nature. Being a 'true-Terrier', the dog is territorial,
however, they are not aggressive towards strangers.
A fearless streak is seen in these dogs that make
them good watchdogs. Their vermin killing instinct,
has made them popular in farms and ranches. A bundle
of energy, they would love to run around with their
owners and even going with them to hunting.
Activity
Level
How active is the breed?
Exercise is a must for the Rat
Terrier. Regular long walks for at least 20 minutes
or even more and occasional jogging is extremely
important for this dog. The Rat Terrier will love
to be included in playing fun games that involve
lots of jumping.
Grooming
Grooming the Rat Terrier is extremely
easy, minimal and simple. The dog needs brushing
and combing done occasionally to dispose of the
dead hairs and to keep the skin germ free.
Health
Problems
Unlike larger dogs, the Rat Terrier
don't suffer from diseases related to bones, eyes
or heart. However, the dog is said to suffer from
food, inhalant and contact allergies. The Rat Terrier
can also be sensitive to chemicals, worms, ticks
and flea bites, pet cosmetic products, etc. Rare
cases have been reported where the dog has suffered
from bad knees or luxating patellas.
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Life Expectancy: The
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