Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal

Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Jarkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Japanese Chin and Yorkshire Terrier

Rat Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
White
Sable
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Jarkies are known for their coat length.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Jarkie can have a litter of 4-6 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 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.

Jarkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Mini Ratzer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cushing's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

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

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Urinalysis

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

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

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

Affection, Walk, Cuddlimg, Play, Love, Kisses, Cuddling

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

Jarkies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Jarkie dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jarkie, it's at least 2 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 Mini Ratzer, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jarkies usually need at least 30 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 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.

Jarkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Jarkie feed 0.5 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 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.

The average cost of a Jarkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Jarkie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 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.

Jarkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Jarkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Mini Ratzers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Jarkies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Mini Ratzers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Mini Ratzers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Mini Ratzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.