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Jack Russell Terriers can barely contain their energy in their small bodies. They’re feisty pups with a penchant for digging, barking, and hunting, but they’ll promise to behave for some belly rubs. Jack Russells may not be calm or easy to care for, but they’re sure to keep their families safe and on their toes. Full-grown, they typically weigh 13-17 pounds and stand 13-14 inches tall.

Jack Russell Terriers are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Because of their high energy, these dogs are happiest in homes with large yards where they can run and exercise. Jack Russells prefer to be inside most of the time, where they can be around people and alert the family to approaching strangers. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Jack Russell Terriers have an unmatched energy and need plenty of exercise to burn it off. If your pup gets obnoxious or destructive in your home, chances are they aren’t getting enough activity. These pups love to run around and play with you and other dogs. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

Jack Russell Terriers come in three varieties, each with different grooming and care requirements. Smooth-haired Jack Russells have a full coat of smooth, thick fur that covers their entire bodies. On the other hand, rough-haired Jack Russells have a typical double-layered terrier coat. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Jack Russell Terriers are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Because of their high energy, these dogs are happiest in homes with large yards where they can run and exercise. Jack Russells prefer to be inside most of the time, where they can be around people and alert the family to approaching strangers. They are fairly easy to train.

Rat Terriers, also known as “Ratties,” can barely contain their huge hearts in their tiny bodies. Unlike the name suggests, these dogs are social, affectionate pups who love being around people. They crave your companionship and will be happy in any situation as long as you’re together. Full-grown, they typically weigh 8-25 pounds and stand 10-18 inches tall.

Rat Terriers are generally excellent with children of all ages. In fact, Rat Terriers love sleeping with people, especially kids. This breed is pack-oriented, so they enjoy the companionship of kids, adults, and other pets as long as they’re raised together. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Rat Terriers thrive on activity and will be destructive if they get bored. Keep your Rattie busy with walks, runs, playtime, training, food puzzles, or sports. These dogs are particularly good at agility, rally, flyball, and tracking. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

Rat Terriers have short coats with a “pied” pattern (large patches of one or more colors with white). You may find Ratties with black, brown, tan, red, apricot, fawn, blue, white, or lemon coloring. Their coats tend to be low maintenance. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Rat Terriers are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Ratties need to live indoors and be surrounded by people. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.