While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Standard Ratzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Sharbo is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Inquisitive
Trainable
Good-natured

Playful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Reserved
Suspicious

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

Sharbos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Rat Terrier, Standard Schnauzer

Chinese Shar-Pei, Boston Terrier

Unknown

2000's

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Brindle
White

Standard Ratzers have medium-length coats.

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

Wiry

Straight

A Standard Ratzer can have a litter of 4-8 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 Sharbo 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.

Standard Ratzers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt

Entropion
Demodectic Mange
Demodicosis
Hip Dysplasia
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Atopy

Demodectic Mange
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Seborrhea
Hydrocephalus
Megaesophagus
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Hypothyroidism
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Ear Examination
Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

Standard Ratzer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Sharbo has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

Standard Ratzers 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.

Sharbos 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 Standard Ratzer, it's at least 6 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 Sharbo, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Standard Ratzers 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.

In general most Sharbos 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.

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

The Sharbo has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Sharbo 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
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Standard Ratzer feed 1.5 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 30-50 pound (14 - 23 kg) Sharbo 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 Standard Ratzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average cost of a Sharbo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Standard Ratzer is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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 Sharbo 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 Standard Ratzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Sharbos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Sharbos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Standard Ratzers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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