Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Bold
Fearless

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

Staffy Bull Pits are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier

American Rat Terrier and Maltese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

1990s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

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

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Staffy Bull Pits have short coats.

Rateses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Staffy Bull Pit can have a litter of 5-8 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.

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.

Staffy Bull Pits have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Rateses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Demodicosis
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Ichthyosis
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cleft Lift or Palate

Demodectic Mange
Dental Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Blood Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Thyroid Panel

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

Staffy Bull Pit 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.

Staffy Bull Pits have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Walks, Tricks, Fetch, Walk, Ball, Running, Cuddling, Belly rubs, Swim, Run, Walking, Tug of, Dog Parks, Tug-of-war, Painting nails, Rough Housing, Tug of war

Going for walks, Playing fetch, Fetch

Staffy Bull Pits 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.

Rateses 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.

In general most Staffy Bull Pits 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 Rateses 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 Staffy Bull Pit is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Staffy Bull Pit 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

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-65 pound (16 - 29 kg) Staffy Bull Pit 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 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Ratese 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 Staffy Bull Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Ratese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Staffy Bull Pit 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.

The average per month expenses of a Ratese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Staffy Bull Pits are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Staffy Bull Pits are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Staffy Bull Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Staffy Bull Pits are not dog-friendly.

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

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

Rateses are highly friendly around strangers.

Staffy Bull Pits are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Staffy Bull Pits are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Rateses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.