Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Inquisitive
Easygoing

Bostalians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Bostalians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Rateses are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Italian Greyhound, Boston Terriers

American Rat Terrier and Maltese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

1990s

A Bostalian can have a litter of 3-5 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 Ratese 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.

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Cataracts

Demodectic Mange
Dental Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA

Bostalians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Rateses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

Bostalians need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Rateses require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bostalian dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

The Ratese is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Chuck it, Sing/howl, Nap, Cuddle, Go on Vacation, Walk, Tug-of-war, Chilling out, Dressing up, Running

Going for walks, Playing fetch, Fetch

The Bostalian is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

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.

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

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

Bostalians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Rateses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Rateses are highly friendly around strangers.