Prague Ratter
Pražský krysařík
Key facts
| FCI group | 9. Companion and Toy Dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Czechia |
| Category | Very small (toy) |
| Height at withers | 21–23 cm |
Recognition features
- Tiny build - only 21-23 cm at the withers, almost square and compact
- Smooth or medium-long coat; black, brown or blue with tan, yellow, red, also merle
- Head with a distinct stop, tail carried over the back, even in a semicircle, when moving
Purpose
A companion dog; historically used to kill rats, for which its small size, quickness and keen sense of smell suited it.
History
The breed has been known in the Czech lands since the remote past and, thanks to its size, speed and keen nose, was used for killing rats, hence the name. According to the standard it adorned the courts of Bohemian kings and nobility and reached other European rulers as a gift. Its regeneration began in 1980.
Coat
Two varieties: 1) short, glossy, close-fitting, thick, without bald places; 2) moderately long with fringes on ears, quarters and tail and slightly longer on the chest. Colours: black, brown or blue with tan markings (in any shade), recessive yellow (with pale pigmentation) and red without tan, plus black-and-tan merle and brown-and-tan merle.
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