James V I’m sorry for your loss! Some people just don’t understand how close of a bond we have with these terriers! They are so in tune with us and our moods.
Ratties are great dogs , I got mine from the humane society and she has been a great dog. She was nine months old when i got her and now she is eleven, she goes almost everywhere with me!
skipper G we need to think of the joy they brought us and how better our life has been with them! Smile because it happened don’t be sad cause it’s over...
Awww I love it. I’m a volunteer and a foster Mom and I fostered an Abused rat terrier. The first two weeks, I gave her a pillow and she laid on the pillow and shook for two weeks! She was so scared of everything but she liked me. At 7:30 every night she’d go in her crate and sleep until I got up. I found out she’s a brat terrier. After the first year she’s so spoiled and so loving. I have a Pug that’s not too fond of her because she’s so high energy and Pugs well, they sleep a lot. So I’ve decided keep the little rat terrier and she just turned 5. 💞
precision Brown I don’t know how anyone could abuse any dog!!! Especially a rattie... they are such tender little dogs. If I raise my voice at my little guy, it hurts him and he is not himself the rest of the day. So we are super careful. Thanks for your work fostering. Makes me happy to know there are good people out there!
Thank you for the happy story and thank you for saving that sweet little pup. You made my day. She will be loved and have a good life with you like our two rescued pups had with us.
I'm a dog lover and have always had large dogs.....German Shepherds, Dobermans, Labs. I'm older now though and those dogs are more difficult for someone my age to deal with. My friend adopted a rat terrier about a month ago and I am totally in love! This little guy is the sweetest, smartest, most loving, comical ball of energy I ever saw. I'm totally sold on this breed and would recommend it to everyone looking for a companion dog.
He will be very happy with his adoption. These dogs are amazingly smart and if you are sick and in bed, these dogs are happy to stay with you. Or if your out and about they will be there too! Very intuitive dogs. Ours manipulates us daily 😂
@@alaskansailors611 OMG! yes they are manipulators! But so damn smart and cute it's hard not to laugh. As soon as I move into the local senor living apts I'm getting one!
Also.....I'll take my little one to obedience training right away, for I see that if you don't get a grip on these little guys they could totally dominate your life!
Got mine through rescue from the Uber driver who took my deceased dog to the vet to be cremated. He asked me if I would like his dog…I didn’t know what kind of dog it was, but was in the grips of grief since my Westie had died at 19 1/2 years…I said yes…it was the best decision of my life…he delivered Riley to my door shortly afterward…I fell head over heels in love…Riley is smart, affection beyond belief, and sooooooo funny….WOW! I miss my dog that died but Riley sure made up for my loss…god bless this feisty little guy…and yes, he’s already caught a rat….💕💕💕💕💕💕
Thanks for the video, reminded me of my old rattie, bless them. There weren't really a lot of rats where I lived, but they loved my fluffy blanket, so I used to play a game with them where I'd get my hand under the fluffy blanket and move it around, and they'd go wild trying to play-bite me through the blanket. Wasn't the real thing but at least made them happy and excited. Absolutely adored that little guy. Lol.
Lynda Brown I’m so sorry! When your ready I found a new web site for adopting Rat terriers.. it’s NewRattitude.org I know your Rattie could never be replaced and she will always be in your heart!
My Buddy is now 12, I hope he lives much much longer. I so love the rides in the car in my lap as if he is driving....who can resist their love....he loves a lap, and friends to all....but I love him the most.....thank you God for Buddy
12 years! Wow! I sure wish they could live FOREVER! They are truly family members! Enjoy the time you have!!! It is just amazing how a dog I didn’t want anything to do with when we got him for my daughter is such a big part of my life! God was smiling when he creates the Ratt!!!!!
Sorry to hear, but you are so lucky to have for 26 years!!! We just just lost our little Sparkplug this past Thurs. & I'm still crying about it .... he wasn't even 14 yet & cancer ripped him from us way too early.
@@alaskansailors611 I'm convinced Ratties are the best after having one myself, he was my very first dog and was just the best. If a magic genie would only grant me one wish, I would have him back til the day I died, man I miss him. Thanks for sharing the vid, made me smile.
I highly recommend a Rattie for any guy or gal that would like a small dog that doesn't have a lot of health problems and loves be to played with a little rough, without being fearful you will hurt them.They can be very lovable and one of the absolute smartest dogs there is.Their energy and athletic ability will surely amaze you
I rescued one 3 years ago and from a abuse case so it took almost a 18 months for her to trust her. Got bit a few times. Just scared nips. She’s a sweetheart
I adopted a shelter dog that was supposed to be a chihuahua mix, did a DNA test and found she is at least 80 per cent rattie. She is a joy and a terror while being the most affectionate dog ever and I wouldn't give her up for anything.
I lost my little rat terrier Kiley 3 weeks ago had her 10 years thought she had bronchitis but ended up being lung cancer. I have lost a lot of pets over the years but she was by far the hardest to loose.
I love watching this!! My rat terrier does the exact same thing as this cute one does in the car when he wants to be petted. We call it Prissy's "whiplash" lol. I see so many characteristics in your boy as I do with my little girl.
Alaskan Sailors I had two Rat Terriers, one who passed at 12 and one at 15-- just recently, like 2 weeks ago :-( --this little guy reminded me of them. I have a mix rat terrier Chihuahua dachshund now but really want another rat terrier bc of your vid! so thank you for posting it
Alaskan Sailors ...same here. Never thought I'd own a smaller type dog, but they are jus so cool with a great personality! I call mine "big dog in a small dog body"☺
❤️! Pandas vet said border collie mix and the shelter said RT mix. Either way she's going on 11 yrs now and definitely the smartest of breeds combined. Very smart, playful and loving personalities. Also very cute!🐼
My rat terrier is half deer Chihuahua, people say she looks like a whip it with an Italian greyhound face she's such an interesting little dog she's so beautiful.
Yes, there should be love your channel. Love rat terriers even more. My butters Leah had two litters of chihuahua/ rat terrier pups and they are absolutely joyous to be with, around. They are Love.
Jonathan Ross I gotta say it was the funnest video I’ve made! These dogs have such great personalities! Never thought I’d be a small dog type of person... but he is one of a kind
i love my rat terrier, his name is Caesar. he matches my energy. he's definitely down to play all day, but when I'm ready to lounge, even when I know he'd rather be playing sometimes, he cuddles right beside me until I'm ready to run around again. they're the best!
Looks just like my little guy, sleeping right next to me right now. He did all of these things and more. The sad thing is he's very old now and makes wheezing noises. I dread the day I have toake that awful decision...but I know it is coming. I cook healtjy deals for him. He's my best little buddy...my baby. Thank you for living your little buddy too! Aren't they great!!!!!
Joy Henson They are such loyal little dogs! I dread the thought of our little buddy getting old! We gotta keep in mind all the great times spent together! Thanks for taking the time to comment!
I love ratties. I lost one 10 years old to Addison's Disease last year. I got another one who is such a joy. I love him to death. Yours is very awesome.
Grumpy Old Man I’m sorry to hear about your ratty you lost. I never thought that a dog could be such a part of the family. I’m glad you have another puppy!!! They are such awesome dogs!!!!!!
@@alaskansailors611 Rat Terriers are some kind of special. They go the extra mile to please their people for sure. I cannot imagine living without one in my life. Thanks for your comment earlier.
Watching this in 2022. We have our first rat terrier, 4 months old, and I am so in love. She is our fifth dog, and I'm not sure I would have been up to the breed without all that practice 😂. She's amazing.
What I’ve learned of the rattles is you wont need all the practice! They are so very smart. From potty training to teaching him trick, everything seemed to come so easy to him. You will have a new favorite puppy pretty fast! (Ok I’m a little partial to the ratites)
Thank you for sharing. I never realized how cool these dogs are until I got a rat Terrier Chichuahua mix. Amigo as a heart of gold......so expressive with his front paws almost wish they were hands. I love this breed and my 2 apple head chi chis. Beautiful video.
My son just rescued a pup & after watching this video we are POSITIVE “Spot” is a Rat Terrior!!!! He’s looks EXACTLY like yours & just as loving and inquisitive!! My husband & I “puppy sit” when my son is out of town and he’s A JOY!!!! We love him so much!!!! Matter of fact, we have him this week!!! It’s lonely in the house when we take him back to his home! Lol Thanks for sharing!!!❤️
Sounds like someone needs a rattie of their own! 😂 Then Spot would have a buddy to visit when your son is out of town😬 Two would definitely be more fun! Thanks for the comment have fun with your little visitor!
How precious, I love this video. I just lost my rat terrier, I had him from a puppy and had to put him down at age 15. I miss him so much. Currently, I am trying to find another rat terrier as they are great dogs, but I am having trouble finding one in my area.
So very sorry to hear about your loss! They find a way into our hearts and home! They are so precious! Definitely our best friends! You will eventually find another but it will never replace your baby!
Yvonne Pearce I had never heard of the bread until we got one for my daughter. Well he divorced her and adopted my wife and I... We just love him and can’t believe what a smart dog he is!
Got one from the shelter a month ago and he is awesome . Went from a GS and didn't think id like a small dog but he is very smart and learns things very quickly
My Mom has had two her old pup died last summer and we were lucky enough to find her another at the same humane society, she has a young Ratty now. Burlington humane society always seems to have Ratties. When I got Belle there were three there, wish I could have adopted all of them.
Great Dogs. Ours was 19 years old when she was murdered bu a stray German Shepard our stupid neighbors picked up and let out with out them or a leash. It was terifing, I tryed to save her but couldnt. She was apart of our family.
curtis moore that is an awful thing that happened!!! I would be devastated and there would have been a dead German Shepard! My little Guy is my best buddy! They are family members!
Just rescued a rat terrier from abuse. I was fostering her but I think she really likes it here with me and my Pug ❤️💋💋 The ears are huge like funnels lol Little brat bit me and wow can they give ya a good bite! Be careful with training especially food aggression. So much like mine but I’m not sure if she’s a Rat or Jack Russell. Very similar and sweet 💞
My puppy is 5 months old now she is beautiful blue tricolor, smart dog has learned many things first was that ladder/step up to the bed, I have had that through a couple dogs and she was the first to use it!
Bradley Hannah they are such smart dogs! Your creating a monster by letting her sleep in your bed!!! Ours now thinks he owns the whole bed and pushed us out of the way... honestly I would kick the wife out so my little buddy in comfortable 😬.
He is adorable ! Luv him ! We adopted a rat terrier/cattle dog mix 3&1/2 years ago and he's the best of each breed. Sometimes a rat terrier and sometimes cattle dog. We adore him. So we know how much you must luv yours ! Cheers !
@@alaskansailors611 He is smart, but not menacing. He's more a joyful, loving, engaging companion who loves being with us either at the barn or in the house..also loves the car/ truck. We love how he can chill and nap ! Definitely mid energy- a trait we like. He loves to cuddle on your lap- even though he's 30 pounds ! He is very protective of us towards strangers-a feist !!!...
DOUGLAS HOTCHKISS can’t imagine if my puppy went missing that long! I would be a wreck! My family jokes that someone can take the kids or the wife but DONT touch the dog!
Jolujo 58 You say Bossy? Our Rattie has trained us. He now tells on the kids for not sharing their food. And like normal I re-enforce that bad behaviors! They weren’t kidding when they said mans best friend! Thanks for the comment!
@@alaskansailors611 My dog Charlie is a probably some kind of Rat Terrier mix (I'm not sure about his exact breed). I and my roommate Colin cook separately. He will go near my roommate, who is eating some food. Then, he will look at me and then point over to Colin with his head. He is basically telling me to "Go grab me some of that."
I didn't get to experience the puppy stage with my rattie. When I rescued mine 1 year ago, she was apx 6-8mos old, so I missed out on the early puppy stages. So thank you for sharing ur vid! Urs is so adorable!💕🐾
mary jane Thanks for the comment! Sorry you missed the puppy stage. But it's awesome you rescued yours. They are such great dogs and smart too. During training it only took a few times for him to figure out were he was supposed to do his business. I have to admit that when my daughter wanted this dog I didn't want anything to do with it. But now we are best buds!
7 yrs ago I came into some monies and I saw a little rat terrier with a cast on her back leg. I asked what had happened and was told she was on the bed and was swatted off, resulting in her leg being broke(11weeks old) Anyway,heard that, gave my friend some money, he went to their door told them he was taking the dog, would they like some money, paid them, and she has been 40% of my world ever since. If you can't be nice to puppies and kitties how do you treat.your fellow humans?
I work out of town a lot when I pick Riot up from my good friend that watches him he goes nuts ,can't wate to get home rattes or so much fun and loving.
i have contacted my local breeder and her female pita and the father radio just had a litter of 8 pups and now i am going to bring one home after they are weened. And after i pay for the pup of course.
PNYprepper yes he loves pizza but we really had to cut back on the food he likes (human food 😜) we want him to live a long life! The vet says he is over weight and we should see his ribs... it’s hard cause we like it when he is happy. And he is happy when he is eating!
king life the sauce god is he demanding? Just last night before bed our rattle had me search the house for a specific bone he wanted. And I do it like a good obedient human 😜
OMG I HAVE TO POST MY RAT TERRIER AND SHARE TO THE WORLD AND YOU !! OUR RAT TERRIER IS THE BEST OUR DAUGHTER IF YOU WILL SO SMART LOVING A HUNTER AND DID I FORGET TO MENTION ❤ MMMWHA
That is so appropriate. I've never had a dog quite like a Terrier. He had now decided that the crust of pizza is no longer good enough. He wants the good parts!
My daughter has one she adopted . I just retired and now we're surrogate dog parents whe never she works his name is hami and he is a big pain in a good way
Miriam Vivo they are just so loveable. You realize they live a really long time! Our little guy was my daughter’s but he disowned her and adopted us. Now he is our master!!! 😜
Jimmy Clay the thought of your loss breaks my heart! They are truly family members and parts of our life. I know it’s cheesy but Yah gotta remember all the joy you shared and how better life was with your little one. Hang in there buddy...
I found a Jack Russel in March from the Skagit Humane society, then in May I got a call ,do ya still want a puppy? Well I had to go look at them ,turns out they were near the town I grew up in Sumas,Washington. The kennel is Clearbrook Kennel and they do Ratties, turns out the owner was a neighbor. Now I have two crazy dogs Ratty is 4months old today9-22-18.
Bradley Hannah Wow a Jack and a Ratty, I bet that is entertaining! I can imagine they keep you on your toes! It’s hard for me to imagine life without a Terrier now. I just with mine would learn how to share the bed at night. 😜
James Workman Don’t buy one. Shelters have them all the time because they’re very active a lot are brought back 😢 So check your local shelter and rescue
There's a breeder in Colorado. Don't remember name but checked and she is reputable. I know people say rescue but I have checked many rescue places. No dice. My rattie died at only 5 years old from antibiotic reaction. The drug was marbofloxacin. Killed her in 5 days. I took relative of that drug called Cipro. I am permanently disabled. Beware of these drugs for your dog and yourself.
Please be careful with the fatty human food. Their digestive system cannot handle too much of it. They can actually die. I know a dog this happened to because his owner was not aware of the danger. Sad.
