King Rat

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small, elegant toy breed that stands between 12 and 13 inches tall at the shoulder and typically weighs between 13 and 18 pounds. This breed exhibits a well-balanced, compact body that is slightly longer than it is tall, giving it a graceful yet sturdy appearance. The Cavalier carries itself with a gentle, noble expression that reflects its aristocratic heritage. Despite being classified as a toy breed, these dogs possess a moderate bone structure and athletic build that hints at their spaniel ancestry and sporting capabilities. Their movement is free and elegant, with good reach and drive. The breed's coat is one of its most distinctive features, consisting of silky, medium-length fur that may have a slight wave but should never be curly. Feathering appears on the ears, chest, legs, feet, and tail, adding to the breed's elegant appearance. Cavaliers come in four recognized color patterns: Blenheim, which features rich chestnut markings on a pearly white background; tricolor, combining black and white with tan markings over the eyes and on the cheeks; black and tan, showing jet black with rich tan markings; and ruby, a solid rich reddish-brown color throughout. The Blenheim pattern often includes a distinctive lozenge-shaped spot on the top of the head, sometimes called the Blenheim spot or kissing spot. The Cavalier's head is proportionate to its body with a slightly rounded skull and a full muzzle that tapers gently toward the nose. The breed is known for its large, round, dark brown eyes that convey a sweet, gentle expression characteristic of the breed. The ears are set high and are long and well-feathered, framing the face beautifully. The nose is typically black with well-developed nostrils. The tail is carried happily but never much above the level of the back, and it may be left natural or docked to a length that balances with the body.

The Rat Terrier is a compact, muscular American breed that comes in two size varieties recognized by the American Kennel Club: the Miniature, standing 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder, and the Standard, standing 13 to 18 inches tall. Weight ranges from approximately 10 to 25 pounds depending on the size variety and individual build. This breed exhibits a well-balanced, athletic body with a deep chest, strong back, and moderate bone structure that reflects its heritage as a versatile working farm dog. The overall impression is one of elegance combined with substantial muscular development and agility. The Rat Terrier's coat is short, smooth, dense, and shiny, lying close to the body and providing weather protection while requiring minimal grooming maintenance. The breed displays a distinctive pied pattern, meaning patches of one or more colors on a white background. Accepted colors include black, chocolate, red, apricot, blue, fawn, tan, lemon, and various combinations thereof, always with significant white areas. Solid colors other than white are not acceptable in the breed standard. The coat's natural sheen indicates good health and proper nutrition in a well-cared-for specimen. The Rat Terrier's head is smooth and wedge-shaped when viewed from above, with a moderately wide skull that is flat rather than domed. The ears are set on the outside edges of the skull and may be erect, tipped, or button, with all ear types equally acceptable in the breed standard. The eyes are oval to round, set wide apart, and come in any shade of brown or amber, conveying an alert, intelligent expression. The muzzle is strong and slightly shorter than the skull, with a black or self-colored nose. The tail may be naturally bobtailed or left full length, and docked tails are also acceptable. The legs are straight with well-arched feet, providing the foundation for the breed's characteristic quick, agile movement.