Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Faithful

Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Inquisitive
Bold
Fearless
Keen

Great Berneses are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Great Bernese and Great Pyrenees

Rat Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

Mid 1900s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Red

Black
White
Brown
Cream
Red

Great Berneses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Great Bernese can have a litter of 6-9 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier 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.

Great Berneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Great Bernese breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Wire Foxy Rat Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bloat
Histicytosis
Addison's Disease
Meningitis
Joint conditions

Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts

Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Spinal Tap
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood and Urine Tests
Neurological Testing
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam
Skin and Hair Exams

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Eye and Otoscopic Examination

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Great Berneses sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Playfulness, Cuddling, Walking, Lounging, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Walks, Chase, Naps, Morning runs, Long walks, Going for walks, Swim, Walk, Snuggling, Play dates w bf, Car rides, Cuddles, Walking trails, Camping, Hiking, Swimming

Fetch

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Bernese, it's at least 11 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Berneses usually need at least 45 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 30 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 Great Bernese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Wire Foxy Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Wire Foxy 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
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-115 pound (39 - 52 kg) Great Bernese feed 4 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 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Wire Foxy Rat Terrier 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 Great Bernese is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Wire Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Bernese is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Wire Foxy Rat Terrier 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.

Great Berneses can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Great Berneses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Great Berneses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Wire Foxy Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.