Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Trainable
Faithful
Clever
Instinctual

Active
Loving
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive

Pinny-Poos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Poodle, Miniature Pinscher

Rat Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound

1990s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Blue
Black
White

Wavy

Straight

A Pinny-Poo can have a litter of 2-5 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 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Sebaceous Adenitis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Usually Very Healthy

Entropion
Ectropion
Color Dilution Alopecia

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

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

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

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

Bluetick Rat Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pinny-Poos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Walk, Road trip, Tug-of-war, Nap, Chase, Fetch, Snuggling, Dog Parks, Play fetch, Sitting on sofa, Play keep away, Go to Beach, Run, Play, Slepp, Fetch the toys, Nose work, High Five, Eating Snacks, Shopping, Going for walks, Go to Park, Daily walks, Tag, Catch treats, Hide & Seek, Hiking, Tug of war, Cuddling, Hike

Playing fetch

Pinny-Poos 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pinny-Poo, it's at least 8 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pinny-Poos 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 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.

The Pinny-Poo requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Bluetick Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Bluetick Rat Terrier 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
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-45 pound (5 - 20 kg) Pinny-Poo 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.

For an average 38-60 pound (17 - 27 kg) Bluetick Rat Terrier feed 3 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 Pinny-Poo is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Pinny-Poo 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.

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.

Pinny-Poos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Pinny-Poos are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Pinny-Poos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pinny-Poos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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