Patterdale Terrier has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Chippiparai has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Bold
Energetic
Inquisitive
Confident
Friendly
Intelligent

Independent
Robust
Loyal

Patterdale Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Chippiparais make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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A Patterdale Terrier can have a litter of 11-14 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 Chippiparai can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Patterdale Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Chippiparais are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Eye Infections

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Examination
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Complete Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)
Eye and Ear Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Patterdale Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Patterdale Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Chippiparais need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Patterdale Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chippiparais have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Patterdale Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Chippiparai is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Patterdale Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Patterdale Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Chippiparai dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

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There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Patterdale Terrier, it's at least 16 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 Chippiparai, it's at least 28 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Patterdale Terriers 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 Chippiparais 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 Patterdale Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Chippiparai is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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For an average 11-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Patterdale Terrier 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 30-65 pound (14 - 29 kg) Chippiparai 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 Patterdale Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Chippiparai is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Patterdale Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Chippiparai 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.

Patterdale Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Chippiparai 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.

Chippiparais have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Patterdale Terrier is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Chippiparais are not suitable for children.

Patterdale Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chippiparais are not cat friendly.

Patterdale Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Patterdale Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chippiparais are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Patterdale Terriers can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

Chippiparais are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.