Pražský Krysarík
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The Prazsky krysarik is a small breed
of dog
from the Czech Republic that is rarely seen outside its country of origin. It is the smallest breed in the world by breed standard, because of the maximum height of the dogs, unlike Chihuahua's who are measured by weight.
It is 2 cm shorter in maximum height than the minimum height of the Miniature Pinscher
.
Ideal height is 20 cm to 23 cm. Adult weight is mostly between 1,5 kg to 3,5 kg. Generally the best weight is 2,6 kg.
, freestyle, obedience, tracking etc.
The sense of smell is highly developed, and prazsky krysarik is still a great rathunter, just as its original purpose was. They have a high prey drive and will readily go after squirrels, rats, mice and raccoons.
(1058–1081). He became fond of the Ratter and had two of them imported from Bohemia
. As their name suggests they were also commmonly used as rat catchers in rural and urban households.
The popularity of the Prague Ratter started decline in the 19th century when the Miniature Pinscher
became more fashionable. The breed went through a renaissance in the 1980s as Czechs and Slovaks started to breed them again.
It is not yet an FCI
acknowledged breed, as there is only about 2500 Prague Ratters registered and they usually only have 1-3 puppies per year. They are nevertheless presented at shows in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
.
Dog breed
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of dog
Dog
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from the Czech Republic that is rarely seen outside its country of origin. It is the smallest breed in the world by breed standard, because of the maximum height of the dogs, unlike Chihuahua's who are measured by weight.
Appearance
The dog's coat consists of short, glossy hair and the most common color is black and tan, which is also the original color. Lately, other colors have been approved: Brown and tan, Blue and tan, Lila and tan, Yellow, Red and Merle.It is 2 cm shorter in maximum height than the minimum height of the Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Pinscher
The Miniature Pinscher is a small breed of dog, originating from Germany. The breed's earliest ancestors were a mix of Italian Greyhounds and Dachshunds...
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Ideal height is 20 cm to 23 cm. Adult weight is mostly between 1,5 kg to 3,5 kg. Generally the best weight is 2,6 kg.
Temperament
The Prazsky krysarik is very active, alert and lively. This breed is gentle and intelligent. They are naturally wary of strangers and make great guard dogs.Areas of Use
Prazsky krysarik might be small, but is nevertheless an easy dog to train as long as it is treated consistently. It can be trained for agilityDog agility
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, freestyle, obedience, tracking etc.
The sense of smell is highly developed, and prazsky krysarik is still a great rathunter, just as its original purpose was. They have a high prey drive and will readily go after squirrels, rats, mice and raccoons.
History
The breed was popular in central European royal palaces in the Middle Ages. It was already an established breed by the time of the rule of the Polish king Bolesław II the GenerousBolesław II the Generous
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(1058–1081). He became fond of the Ratter and had two of them imported from Bohemia
Bohemia
Bohemia is a historical region in central Europe, occupying the western two-thirds of the traditional Czech Lands. It is located in the contemporary Czech Republic with its capital in Prague...
. As their name suggests they were also commmonly used as rat catchers in rural and urban households.
The popularity of the Prague Ratter started decline in the 19th century when the Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Pinscher
The Miniature Pinscher is a small breed of dog, originating from Germany. The breed's earliest ancestors were a mix of Italian Greyhounds and Dachshunds...
became more fashionable. The breed went through a renaissance in the 1980s as Czechs and Slovaks started to breed them again.
It is not yet an FCI
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acknowledged breed, as there is only about 2500 Prague Ratters registered and they usually only have 1-3 puppies per year. They are nevertheless presented at shows in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
Slovakia
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