Playful
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Active
Loving
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Bichon Frise and Pug

Rat Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound

1990

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Isabella
Black
Brown
Sable

Blue
Black
White

A Pushon can have a litter of 2-5 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Usually Very Healthy

Corneal Ulcer
Flea Allergy
Ear Health and Infection
Dry Eye

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Full Physical Examination
Eye Tests
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Neurological Testing
Ophthalmological Examination
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Allergy Testing

Ear Examination
Orthopedic
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

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

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

Pushons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Play keep away, Toys, Walking, Running, Fetch, Walk, Tricks

Playing fetch

Pushons 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.

Bluetick Rat Terriers 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 Pushon, it's at least 6 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pushons 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 Bluetick Rat Terriers 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 Pushon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Bluetick Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Bluetick 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Pushon 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.

For an average 38-60 pound (17 - 27 kg) Bluetick Rat Terrier 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.

The average cost of a Pushon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Bluetick Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pushon is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Pushons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.