Active
Loving
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive

Courageous
Dignified
Calm

Bluetick Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Carpathian Shepherds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

Carpathia

Rat Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound

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Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Black
White

Gray
Fawn

A Bluetick Rat Terrier can have a litter of 6-8 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.

A Carpathian Shepherd can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Carpathian Shepherds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Usually Very Healthy

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Arthritis

Ear Examination
Orthopedic
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

Eye examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Bluetick Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Carpathian Shepherds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Playing fetch

Chase, Groom, Go to Park, Walk, Run, Watch tv, Sleep, Play, Walking

Bluetick Rat Terriers 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.

Carpathian Shepherds 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier, it's at least 9 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 Carpathian Shepherd, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bluetick Rat Terriers 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 Carpathian Shepherds usually need at least 60 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Carpathian Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Bluetick Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Carpathian Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bluetick Rat Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 a Carpathian Shepherd 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Carpathian Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Bluetick Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Carpathian Shepherds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Carpathian Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Carpathian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Carpathian Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bluetick Rat Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Carpathian Shepherds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Carpathian Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.