Information about Papillons

The Papillon is a small, fine-boned dog. The average show Pap stands between 8-11" tall at the shoulder, and weighs 4.5-9 lbs. However, pet Papillons may be smaller or larger than this show ideal. This in no way affects their temperament or value as a companion.

Papillons have much to recommend them as pets. Because of their size, they are easily managed. Their soft, glossy coats require little grooming, except for regular attention to ear fringe. As they are not double-coated, there is no big seasonal shed. Paps typically do not suffer from doggie odor. They adapt equally well to close quarters and country life. While they are indoors dogs without substantial exercise requirements, Paps enjoy the outdoors, and fancy themselves great hunters of birds, squirrels, spiders, even butterflies! Some are also mousers.

Most Papillons are outgoing happy dogs who love to meet people, sit in laps, and show lots of affection. They do not have a reputation for being high-strung, nervous or fearf ul. They generally show great enthusiasm for children, cats, and other dogs.They are great jumpers, and are very agile.

Papillons are attractive, amusing, and great companions, and with their keen intelligence and desire to please, they can be readily trained to household routines. Papis are very graceful and quick. They are happy and alert. They are not shy or agressive.  A Papillon is a great liitle companion.

Information about Rat Terriers

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  In England, 'Terrier' was an all embracing term for any dog that would catch and kill varmin, no matter what color, shape or size.  Generic terminology was used with the 'types' distinguished by their coats as either smooth or wired, the place of origin, their owner or for their purpose.  The Rat Terrier was bred to be a real rat hunter. 

  This terrier was developed by using the lines of the of the smooth Fox Terrier ancestors with additional infusions of the Italian Greyhound (for speed), the Beagle, the Manchester and Bull Terriers.   All these wonderful bloodlines produced what we know and love today...The RAT TERRIER!

  The Rat Terrier comes in a variety of sizes.  They are great with children and other animals.  They make great little watch dogs as well as excellent companions.  The are an 'affectionatemagnet'.  They love to be where you are!  They have a great zest for life, are entertaining and just a great companion all the way around.  The Rat Terrier has the smooth coat which requires little and easy grooming.  A weekly brushing keeps them looking great along with an bath when needed.  They have two ear sets, the tipped ear and the erect ear set.  Both are correct for the breed.

  A popular farm and family dog in the twenty's and forty's, the Rat Terrier is once again regaining popularity fand finding their way into the hearts and homes across the globe.  Both on the farm and in the city...and everywhere in between, the Rat Terrier makes a wonderful, ssmart, loyal and loveable companion!