Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive

Boston Yorkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Rat-A-Paps are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Boston Yorkies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Rat-A-Paps are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Boston Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Papillon, American Rat Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Fawn
Brown

White
Black
Brown
Red
Fawn

Wiry

Straight

A Boston Yorkie can have a litter of 4-6 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 Rat-A-Pap 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.

Boston Yorkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Diabetes
Atopic Dermatitis
Dry Eye

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Dental Problems

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests

Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Boston Yorkies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Rat-A-Paps' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Boston Yorkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Rat-A-Paps need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Boston Yorkie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Rat-A-Paps bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Fetch, Walking, Playing fetch

Playing Ball, Swimming, Visiting Family, Snuggling, Car rides

Boston Yorkies 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.

Rat-A-Paps 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 Boston Yorkie, it's at least 7 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 Rat-A-Pap, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Yorkies 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 Rat-A-Paps 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.

The Boston Yorkie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Rat-A-Pap has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Rat-A-Pap 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Rat-A-Pap is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

Boston Yorkie has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Rat-A-Pap is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Rat-A-Pap is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Boston Yorkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Rat-A-Paps make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Boston Yorkies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Rat-A-Paps are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boston Yorkies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rat-A-Paps are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Rat-A-Paps are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Rat-A-Paps are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.