Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Adaptable
Intelligent
Playful
Protective
Bubbly
Loving
Sociable
Funny

Mini Ratzers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Old English Sheepdogs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

England

Rat Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer

scottish bearded collie, russian owtchar

1990s

1800s

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Blue
White
Gray
Brown
Fawn

Mini Ratzers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Old English Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Mini Ratzer can have a litter of 5-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Old English Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis

Entropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Color Dilution Alopecia
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Bladder Stones and Infections

Otitis Externa
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination

Mini Ratzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Old English Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetching, Running, Hunting, Fetch, Walk, Run, Jog, Tug-of-war

Walk, Eating Snacks, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Hunt, Sniff, Run, Fetch, Swim, Play, Sleep

Mini Ratzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Old English Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini Ratzer, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Old English Sheepdog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini Ratzers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Old English Sheepdogs usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Mini Ratzer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Old English Sheepdogs have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Mini Ratzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Old English Sheepdog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Mini Ratzer feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Old English Sheepdog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Mini Ratzer is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average cost of an Old English Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Ratzer is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Old English Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Mini Ratzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Old English Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Mini Ratzers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Old English Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Mini Ratzers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Old English Sheepdogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.