How much does a Teddy Roosevelt Terrier cost?

A Teddy Roosevelt Terrier will be priced at about $500 for a puppy of good pet quality and then triple that or more from a top breeder. From a shelter or rescue you can get one for $50 to $400 but unless you find somewhere that is breed specific you are likely to find more mixed breeds than anything else.

Are Teddy Roosevelt Terriers good dogs?

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is a lively, friendly, affectionate dog with his family but can be somewhat of a one-person dog. With his strong protective nature and well-developed pack instincts, the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier gets along well with children (when raised with them), cats, and other dogs.

What does a Teddy Roosevelt Terrier look like?

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is a low-set, muscular, active, small- to medium-sized hunting terrier. The preferred ratio of length of body (prosternum to point of buttocks) to height (withers to ground) is between 10:7 and 10:8. The head is broad, slightly domed, wedge-shaped, and proportionate to the size of the body.

Are Teddy Roosevelt Terriers hard to train?

Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Training Since Teddies are very eager to please their owners and are highly intelligent, training is usually quite easy. They respond well to verbal praise from their owners as well as the occasional treat to reinforce the right behavior.

Did Teddy have a dog?

Many Dogs. Dogs were an important part of Teddy Roosevelt’s existence, and he made room for numerous ones. There was Rollo, a friendly St. Bernard, Sailor Boy, a Chesapeake retriever, and Manchu, a black Pekingese given to daughter Alice by the last empress of China.

Are rat terriers intelligent?

The Rat Terrier is extremely intelligent and trainable, although some can be stubborn and determined at times. They can excel in agility, obedience, rally, and other canine sports.