Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Weeranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Jack-Rat Terriers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Avoid Weeranians as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Jack-Rat Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Westie and Pomeranian

Jack Russell Terrier, Rat Terrier

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Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Red
White
Gray
Brown
Black

White
Blue
Brown
Red

Weeranians have medium-length coats.

Jack-Rat Terriers have short coats.

A Weeranian can have a litter of 2-5 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 Jack-Rat Terrier can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Collapsed Trachea

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Cardiomyopathy
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Cataracts
Allergies
Eye Problems

Hemivertebrae
Familial Nephropathy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cleft Palate
Cutaneous Asthenia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Cardiac
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Allergy Testing

Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Heart Rate Tests

Weeranians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Jack-Rat Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Jack-Rat Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Hike, Training, Walk, Sleeping

Run, Hike, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, Off-leash, Walking, BREED ISSUES, HER/MINE ISSUES, Sleeping, Eating, Running, Walk, Chase a ball, Playing toys, Playing catch, Cuddeling, Playing fetch, Giving pig ear, Watching tv, Retrival games, Playdate, Frisbee, Wrestling, Chase, Tracking, Park visits, Car rides, Napping, Jogging

Weeranians are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Weeranian dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Jack-Rat Terriers 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 Weeranian, it's at least 6 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 Jack-Rat Terrier, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Weeranians 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 Jack-Rat Terriers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Weeranians 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.

The Jack-Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Weeranian 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 20-26 pound (9 - 12 kg) Jack-Rat Terrier 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 Weeranian is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Jack-Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Weeranian is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 Jack-Rat Terrier is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $756 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 Weeranian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Jack-Rat Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Weeranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Jack-Rat Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Weeranians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.