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 Sheltie Pin 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
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Clever

United States

United States

Rat Terrier, Standard Schnauzer

Miniature Pinscher and Shetland Sheepdog

Unknown

2000's

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Black
Red
White

Standard Ratzers have medium-length coats.

Sheltie Pins have short coats.

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 Sheltie Pin 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 known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Sheltie Pins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt

Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

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

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Cryptorchidism
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Dna For Pra
Blood Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

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

Sheltie Pin has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Sheltie Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Sheltie Pins 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 Sheltie Pin, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

In general Sheltie Pin should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Sheltie Pin feed 1 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 Sheltie Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Sheltie Pin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

Sheltie Pins are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Sheltie Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Sheltie Pins are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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