Active
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Bluetick Coonoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Poodle and Bluetick Coonhound

Rat Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Blue
Black
White
Silver
Gray
Cream
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Bluetick Coonoodles have medium-length coats.

Mini Ratzers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Wiry

A Bluetick Coonoodle can have a litter of 6-8 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 Mini Ratzer 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.

Bluetick Coonoodles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Sebaceous Adenitis
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Pancreatitis

Ear Infections
Entropion
PRA
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Color Dilution Alopecia
Schnauzer Comedo Syndrome
Bladder Stones and Infections

Skin Scraping
Biopsy
Orthopedic
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Bluetick Coonoodle has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Mini Ratzer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Mini Ratzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Frisbee, Run, Football

Fetching, Running, Hunting, Fetch, Walk, Run, Jog, Tug-of-war

Bluetick Coonoodles 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.

Mini Ratzers 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 Bluetick Coonoodle, it's at least 8 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 Mini Ratzer, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bluetick Coonoodles 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 Mini Ratzers 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.

Bluetick Coonoodle 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, Mini Ratzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-85 pound (25 - 39 kg) Bluetick Coonoodle feed 3 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) Mini Ratzer 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.

The average cost of a Bluetick Coonoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Mini Ratzer is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bluetick Coonoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Mini Ratzer is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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.

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.

Bluetick Coonoodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Mini Ratzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Bluetick Coonoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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