Comparison: English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan) and Prague Ratter

English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan) and Prague Ratter are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan)
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Prague Ratter
Photo: Maya kanakry, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan)Prague Ratter
FCI group3. Terriers9. Companion and Toy Dogs
Country of originUnited KingdomCzechia
CategorySmallVery small (toy)
Height at withers25–30 cm21–23 cm
Weight2.7–3.6 kg–
Recognition features
  • Black with sharply defined rich tan
  • Candle-flame ears set high on the skull
  • Sleek, elegant, short glossy coat
  • 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
CoatThick, close and glossy; black with deep chestnut tan, colours meeting abruptly with clearly defined lines.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.
PurposeToy dog with terrier characteristics; a miniature companion that is alert and playful.A companion dog; historically used to kill rats, for which its small size, quickness and keen sense of smell suited it.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.