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Name	Miniature Bull Terrier	Rat Terrier	American Foxhound
Origins	England	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	115	97	187
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mini Bull Terrier	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or Rat Terrier? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound weight comparison:	20–35 pounds (9-15 kg)	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20–35 pounds (9-15 kg)	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound height comparison:	14 inches (35.4 cm)	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35.4 cm)	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Which is more expensive?	$2400-$3000	$300-$500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Frequent: The Miniature Bull Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Stubborn Energetic Courageous Outright Tempered	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Average to High: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound social needs comparison:	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Low to Average: The Miniature Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Bull Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Foxhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Foxhound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Bull Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Miniature Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound?	The Miniature Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Miniature Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Bull Terrier, Rat Terrier and American Foxhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Bull Terrier: 12 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound energy level comparison:	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	American Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	No data available	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Miniature Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Dense Shiny	Rough
Colors What are the original Miniature Bull Terrier, Rat Terrier and American Foxhound color?	Red White Fawn Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Miniature Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	American Foxhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Miniature Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	American Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound?	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound?	No Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Miniature Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Miniature Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Bull Terrier or Rat Terrier or American Foxhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Not really Miniature Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Miniature Bull Terrier and Rat Terrier and American Foxhound have?	1-9 puppies, average 5	5-7 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs American Foxhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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