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

Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Inquisitive
Easygoing

Weeranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Rateses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Weeranians as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Rateses are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Westie and Pomeranian

American Rat Terrier and Maltese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Red
White
Gray
Brown
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Weeranians have medium-length coats.

Rateses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Ratese 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.

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 Ratese 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
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Cataracts
Allergies
Eye Problems

Demodectic Mange
Dental Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia

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

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA

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

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

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

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

Weeranians bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Ratese is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Hike, Training, Walk, Sleeping

Going for walks, Playing fetch, Fetch

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.

Rateses 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 Ratese, it's at least 10 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 Rateses 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.

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 Ratese has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Weeranian is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Ratese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Ratese 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.

Weeranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Rateses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

Weeranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Rateses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Rateses are highly friendly around strangers.

Weeranians are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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