Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Clever

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

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

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

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

English Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

Great Britain

American Rat Terrier, Miniature Pinscher

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Unknown

1700s

An American Rat Pinscher 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.

An English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 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.

American Rat Pinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

The English Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Allergies

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Hip X-Rays
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests
Skin Evaluation

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

English Foxhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

English Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

American Rat Pinschers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Foxhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

American Rat Pinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Play, Eating Snacks, Tug-of-war, Nap, Walk, Ride on scooter, Playdate, Run, Dog Parks, Cuddle, Playing fetch, Adventuring, Cuddling, Going on drives, Going on walks

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

American Rat Pinscher is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

English Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

American Rat Pinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The English Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

American Rat Pinschers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

American Rat Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

American Rat Pinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

American Rat Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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