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When I saw Trevor I told Judy we should have named him Piglet!!! This little guy ain't so little. The vet says he needs to lose about 7 pounds. What's a fellow to do? Trevor's owner a senior citizen passed away and shortly thereafter his son was diagnosed with inoperable cancer. We were asked to find Trevor a home. It will have to be a very special home because Trevor has limited vision due to cataracts. Hasn't subtracted one ounce of love from this guy, though. Judy goes on and on about this guy. Although he has limited vision, he gets around great and even keeps up with the big guys. Heck, he loves to play with Whiskey, the pit bull, not the drink. He really is a sweet thing. Because he is eight years old, we have qualified him for our Seniors For Seniors program, through which a senior citizen may adopt him for just $50! Then they can go for pleasant walks together, staying limber and loosing weight (the weight part is for Trevor!). Whether you are senior citizen or not, if you have a heart for this pup, please complete an adoption application so that we can find his forever home as soon as possible!

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com the Rat Terrier was named by the preceptive Teddy Roosevelt. They were develope in Great Britain originally from Smooth Fox Terriers and Manchester Terriers in 1820. They were brought to the USA in the 1890's. At that time they were all their original color of black and tan. Life Magazine showed President Roosevelt with three black and tan Rat Terriers. American breeders crossed them again with the Smooth Fox Terrier as well as the Beagle and Whippet. The Beagle increased bulk, trailing and hunting ability, along with the red color. Whippet contributed the speed and agility and probably the blue and brindle colors. The smallest variety was derived from the Smooth Fox Terrier and Chihuahua. The Rat Terrier proved to be one of the best in the rat-baiting pits. One Rat Terrier is reported to have killed over 2,501 rats in a span of only seven hours in a rat infested barn. The Rat Terrier is a hard-working farm hand, able to rid an infested barn of vermin with no problem. The Rat Terrier is an intelligent, alert and loving dog. Very inquisitive and lively. This affectionate dog makes an excellent companion for those who will enjoy an energetic dog. They are good with children, especially if they are raised with them from puppyhood. They are fairly territorial, and for the most part friendly with strangers. Rat Terriers make good watchdogs. These dogs are quick and very playful and are not yappers. The temperament of these dogs is pure terrier. The lively, feisty, fearless nature can be found in the best of terriers. They are eager to please and respond and pick training up faster than most dogs. The Rat terrier is a very well mannered, well rounded dog. They are easy to train and very eager to learn and to please their owner. They love to go with you and to do what you do. They are also very good swimmers, not bashful or afraid and have no problem with the water. They make good farm dogs as well as excellent family dogs for pets and companionship. This hardy dog is used for hunting expeditions as well as terrier work. They are easy adjusted as mature dogs into families with or without children. They have a life expectancy of about 15 to 18 years.