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The American Hairless Terrier is simply a Hairless Rat Terrier. Many hairless
breeds have both a hairless and coated variety, because they are exactly the
same dog only with different coats. Chinese Crested call their coated
varieties “Powder Puffs”, Xoloitzcuintli and Peruvian Inca Orchid call their
coated varieties simply “Coated”, and American Hairless Terriers call their
coated variety “Rat Terriers or Coated Carriers”. Years ago, some of the
Hairless Rat Terrier creators petitioned for the right to register their new
hairless variety individually - completely apart from the Rat Terrier. Coated
American Hairless Terrier is a contradiction in terms; however, we have
observed that there's significantly less shedding and allergy reactions from
the "Coated Carrier" than the regular Rat Terrier. Regardless, the American
Hairless Terrier (AHT) is a newer breed that came about quite accidentally.
In 1972, a totally hairless pup was born to a litter of regular Rat Terriers.
The breed’s founders then worked on soundly creating this remarkable
animal with scientists, veterinarians, and several other breeders.
breeds have both a hairless and coated variety, because they are exactly the
same dog only with different coats. Chinese Crested call their coated
varieties “Powder Puffs”, Xoloitzcuintli and Peruvian Inca Orchid call their
coated varieties simply “Coated”, and American Hairless Terriers call their
coated variety “Rat Terriers or Coated Carriers”. Years ago, some of the
Hairless Rat Terrier creators petitioned for the right to register their new
hairless variety individually - completely apart from the Rat Terrier. Coated
American Hairless Terrier is a contradiction in terms; however, we have
observed that there's significantly less shedding and allergy reactions from
the "Coated Carrier" than the regular Rat Terrier. Regardless, the American
Hairless Terrier (AHT) is a newer breed that came about quite accidentally.
In 1972, a totally hairless pup was born to a litter of regular Rat Terriers.
The breed’s founders then worked on soundly creating this remarkable
animal with scientists, veterinarians, and several other breeders.
Originally a mutation, this recessive hairless gene variety has fuzzy hairs that quickly disappear at a few weeks of
age, followed by a morphing (bumpy) stage, then into perpetually baby smooth skin. These animals never have
any other kind of hair other than sparse whiskers, and are therefore a true completely hairless breed in every
sense. These lively, loving pets are said to be the most hypoallergenic of them all, and are an absolute Godsend to
severe allergy sufferers.
age, followed by a morphing (bumpy) stage, then into perpetually baby smooth skin. These animals never have
any other kind of hair other than sparse whiskers, and are therefore a true completely hairless breed in every
sense. These lively, loving pets are said to be the most hypoallergenic of them all, and are an absolute Godsend to
severe allergy sufferers.
American Hairless Terriers are still relatively fresh, but dedicated breeders are
still working on perfecting the original breed standards. Research on the Rat
Terrier is essential in any home interested in an AHT, because they are the
same dog. Unfortunately, many breeders have mixed this amazing new breed
with various other breeds that aren't even remotely related to the original Rat
Terrier, thus inevitably distorting the new hairless variety. The American
Hairless Terrier’s original concept intent was to be a very small companion pet
for severe allergy sufferers. Because of their newborn baby type skin, it was
not feasible to use them for their original rat hunting purposes, because they
lack the coat necessary for protection from thick brush and direct sunlight.
still working on perfecting the original breed standards. Research on the Rat
Terrier is essential in any home interested in an AHT, because they are the
same dog. Unfortunately, many breeders have mixed this amazing new breed
with various other breeds that aren't even remotely related to the original Rat
Terrier, thus inevitably distorting the new hairless variety. The American
Hairless Terrier’s original concept intent was to be a very small companion pet
for severe allergy sufferers. Because of their newborn baby type skin, it was
not feasible to use them for their original rat hunting purposes, because they
lack the coat necessary for protection from thick brush and direct sunlight.
Most hairless gene relation is dominant, but the American Hairless Terrier has
a recessive hairless gene that must be directly in the bloodline of both sides;
like in albino, blue, or chocolate recessive genes.
a recessive hairless gene that must be directly in the bloodline of both sides;
like in albino, blue, or chocolate recessive genes.
Care for the American Hairless Terrier is the same as other hairless breeds,
except that it is not necessary to moisturize them every few days. This breed
doesn’t smell, have skin problems or get fleas, but still needs sun protection,
regular bathing, and clothing in both summer sun and cold weather. Two
physical differences in AHTs and other hairless breeds are that you always get
a full litter of hairless pups when using hairless to hairless, and they all have a
full set of teeth. Many vets have never seen an AHT either, so knowledge of
this breed’s type of hairless medical care is also essential for a new AHT
owner.
except that it is not necessary to moisturize them every few days. This breed
doesn’t smell, have skin problems or get fleas, but still needs sun protection,
regular bathing, and clothing in both summer sun and cold weather. Two
physical differences in AHTs and other hairless breeds are that you always get
a full litter of hairless pups when using hairless to hairless, and they all have a
full set of teeth. Many vets have never seen an AHT either, so knowledge of
this breed’s type of hairless medical care is also essential for a new AHT
owner.
AHTs are good watchdogs, easy to train, eager to please, and are relatively
quiet unless there is a stranger or some kind of danger. They prefer to stay
close to home and aren’t readily prone to wander. True to standard terrier
temperament, they are intelligent, feisty, fun loving, energetic, fearless, and
stubborn. They require more interactive homes to be truly happy, and need
exercise and playtime daily. Sadly, most people wince when you mention any kind of hairless species, but this is a
tragic stigma born of strictly conditioned minds. Hairless varieties are just as wonderful as their coated varieties,
and I truly say to you so quick to judge a book by its cover: “To know one is to love one”…
quiet unless there is a stranger or some kind of danger. They prefer to stay
close to home and aren’t readily prone to wander. True to standard terrier
temperament, they are intelligent, feisty, fun loving, energetic, fearless, and
stubborn. They require more interactive homes to be truly happy, and need
exercise and playtime daily. Sadly, most people wince when you mention any kind of hairless species, but this is a
tragic stigma born of strictly conditioned minds. Hairless varieties are just as wonderful as their coated varieties,
and I truly say to you so quick to judge a book by its cover: “To know one is to love one”…
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It is because of the dangers of recessive genes that I tend to personally agree with the belief that the AHT should
be rejuvenated with a “coated carrier” every few generations to ensure healthy pups. Generally, it is standard
practice that breeders will always try to strengthen any type of recessive gene found in any breed of dog.
be rejuvenated with a “coated carrier” every few generations to ensure healthy pups. Generally, it is standard
practice that breeders will always try to strengthen any type of recessive gene found in any breed of dog.