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Jack Russell Terrier Dog Breed

Jack Russell Terrier Size Variations: (Unofficial Size Variations)
Miniature Jack Russell Terrier
Short-Legged Jack Russell Terrier
Toy Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier Colors: Parti and tri-color
Jack Russell Terrier Height: 10 - 15" (25.4 - 38.1cm)
Jack Russell Terrier Weight: 12 - 18 lbs (5.4 - 8 kg)
Jack Russell Terrier Exercise Needs: Demanding
Jack Russell Terrier Grooming Needs: Minimal
Jack Russell Terrier Life Expectancy (Lifespan): 14-15 years
Are Jack Russell Terriers Child-Friendly? Yes
Jack Russell Terrier Training:  Medium Difficult
Breed Group:  Terrier

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Jack Russell Terrier History

The Jack Russell Terrier dog breed originated in United States of America. It's a well known fact that the Rev. John Russell was an avid fox hunter. As such, he was no doubt disappointed when the quarry ran down into the foxhole, or " went to ground," disappearing where the hounds could not flush the fox out. Because of this, he set out to develop a small, yet courageous, dog that was capable of going down into the foxhole and flushing the fox back out above ground. In order to achieve this, the dog would have to the athletic enough to run over ground and keep up with the hounds, and yet still be small enough to fit down into a foxhole. Additionally, he would have to be narrow in the shoulders and hips, to allow him maneuverability, as well as possessing the courage and forceful nature required to chase the fox out of his hole.

His inspiration for the breed would come from a small dog that he purchased from the local milkman. Called Trump, she would become the foundation bitch for his breed. Sadly however, due to financial problems, the Rev. would have to sell his dogs on several occasions - while Trump was his ideal, it's highly unlikely any current bloodlines trace back to the milkman's dog.

It's believed that the modern Jack Russell Terrier was created by breeding several varieties of local terriers, including a now-extinct breed of White English Terrier and possibly the popular English Black and Tan. Regardless of the ancestry behind these magnificent little dogs, the Jack Russell Terrier has continued to gain popularity and is one of the most well known dogs in the world today.

Jack Russell Terrier Appearance

Coat: There are two varieties; Smooth Coat Jack Russell Terriers and Rough Coat Jack Russell Terriers. JRT's are usually white with tan, black, or lemon, or with markings in three colors (called Tri-Color Jack Russell Terriers). Markings restricted to the head and base of the tail are preferred and the color should amount to no more than 49% of the dog, with his predominant color being white.

Jack Russell Terriers vary a good bit in height and weight - these dogs are bred for what they do - not how they look. For this reason you'll find short-legged Jack Russell Terriers, which are also known as Miniature Jack Russell Terriers and Toy Jack Russell Terriers.

Jack Russell Terrier Temperament

The Jack Russell Terrier is intelligent.

The Jack Russell Terrier is considered to be one of the more intelligent dog breeds which means they are quite responsive to training. If you want a dog that has limitless potential to learn clever tricks, this dog may be for you. Unfortunately, their intelligence can be a double edged sword. If you don't stimulate their mind and keep them occupied, they can become bored and destructive around the home, chewing up things or digging endless holes in the back yard. They are also well-known as escape artists who can crawl under, jump over, or slip through fences.

The Jack Russell Terrier is good with children.

The Jack Russell Terrier has a reputation of getting along well with children. Despite their boundless energy and rather high strung personalities, they also have a kind and gentle side especially when theyre exposed early to children. Although this dog breed, in general, responds well to children, children should be taught to respect a Jack Russell since they will defend themselves if they are given abusive treatment by a child.

The Jack Russell Terrier is an affectionate breed.

The Jack Russell Terrier tends to be affectionate with both adults and children and are tolerant of strangers. Their loving nature makes them a very popular dog breed.

Jack Russell Terrier Exercise Needs

The Jack Russell Terrier is high energy.

This dog breed was bred to be a working dog which means the Jack Russell needs to stay active. If you do not have the time or energy to devote to daily walks and exercise sessions, this may not be the breed for you.

That being said, if you love to get out and meet people, you and your Jack Russell Terrier will enjoy participating in the many sporting opportunities available nation-wide for JRT enthusiasts and owners. These `terrier trials` or Dirt Dog Events include a wide range of fun activities that let Jack Russell Terriers show what they`re made of; `go to ground`, racing, agility and much more. Check out the JRTCA web site for more information on Jack Russell Terrier clubs and events near you!

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Jack Russell Terrier Grooming Requirements

The Jack Russell Terrier does not require special grooming.

You can generally get by with a daily brushing and a bath carried out at home whenever he gets dirty. There is no need for professional grooming or fancy cuts with this princely pooch.

Jack Russell Terrier Training

Training your JRT is essential and it's advisable that you start your Jack Russell training as young as his early puppy years. Jack Russell puppy obedience classes will do wonders for helping, not only your puppy learn, but also assist you in learning about your new puppy. In addition to puppy and basic obedience classes for your Jack Russell Terrier, you might also consider enrolling him in some agility classes and competitions to help him expend excess energy.

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Jack Russell Terrier Health Information

The Jack Russell Terrier has a long life span.

The Jack Russell is one of the longer living breeds of dog. It's not uncommon for a Jack Russell to live more than fifteen years. They also tend to have fewer of the genetic diseases that are seen in extensively inbred purebred dogs.

Despite this, it's always very important to find a highly responsible breeder from which to obtain a Jack Russell Terrier puppy. JRT's, like all popular dog breeds, have been exploited by puppy mills and back yard breeders; irresponsible breeders who breed solely to make as much profit as possible, without regard to the health of the dogs they are breeding, or potential health problems that can arise in puppies from these breedings. These breeders rarely take proper care of their dogs and puppies, and more often than not, the breeding dogs are kept in deplorable, inhumane conditions without adequate care, nutrition, shelter, comfort, interaction or nutrition. Puppy Mill puppies usually have some sort of problem, whether it`s a health issue or a behavioral problem that will affect your Jack Russell Terrier puppy and your family for years to come.

Avoid purchasing a JRT puppy on a whim, and always carefully research any breeder from which you are considering acquiring a puppy. A responsible breeder will raise their dogs and puppies in the home with lots of love and attention, will screen their dogs for health problems prior to breeding, and will ensure that puppies are healthy and well-socialized prior to being placed with you.

In addition, a reputable Jack Russell Terrier breeder will be selective about with whom their puppies are placed, and will want to know all about you and your living arrangements before agreeing to place a puppy in your care.

Adding a Jack Russell Terrier dog or puppy to the family is an important decision with many added responsibilities. Make sure you are ready to take on the rigors of JRT ownership, and that you get the right puppy from the right breeder.

Is the Jack Russell Terrier Dog Breed Right For You?

The Jack Russell is not generally good with other pets.

The Jack Russell has a tendency to be particularly unfriendly towards cats or other furry pets like guinea pigs or rabbits - it's their natural hunting instinct. If you have other dogs in your household, you may want to reconsider adopting a Jack Russell as well; they can often be aggressive with other dogs, particularly those of the same sex.

The Jack Russell Terrier is not a good apartment dog.

Due to this dog breeds high energy level, apartment living does not suit the energetic, high strung Jack Russell.

A Jack Russell Terrier can be an excellent choice in dog breed if you are looking for a loving family pet and have the time to devote to exercise and training. Caution is in order if you have other pets in your household. A Jack Russell Terrier adoption may be ideal for a household that only wants one pet.

Finding A Responsible Jack Russell Terrier Breeder

Now that you have decided that the Jack Russell Terrier is the right breed for you, it's time to start the process of finding a responsible Jack Russell Terrier breeder from which to buy a healthy, well-socialized puppy. Not all breeders are alike; there are good breeders - and bad breeders. Don't be in a hurry to buy the first Jack Russell Terrier puppy you find at the cheapest price available! To buy a puppy from a responsible Jack Russell Terrier breeder, you may need to pay more and wait longer. The additional money and waiting time will be well worth it. Buy a puppy in haste from a newspaper ad, pet store or "backyard breeder", and you'll likely also purchase a great deal of additional expense and heartache, since you will likely end up falling in love with a puppy with health and behavioral problems that will likely need special care, plenty of veterinary visits, regular medication - or even euthanasia. But do your homework and find a responsible, caring Jack Russell Terrier breeder who home-raises their puppies with love, screens their breeding dogs for health problems, offers a health guarantee and post sale support, and who genuinely loves the Jack Russell Terrier breed and is in it for the love of the breed, rather than profit, and you can be fairly well assured of getting a healthy, happy, long lived and affectionate family companion that will provide you and your family with many years of joy, laughter and companionship.

Further information about choosing a responsible breeder...

Here are a few breeder directory sites that we recommend. These sites attempt to screen advertisers to ensure that the breeders listed are responsible and sell healthy, home-raised Jack Russell Terrier puppies to carefully screened buyers. There are many, many sites now online that advertise dog breeders - many are a Mecca for puppy mills and backyard breeders. We recommend that you steer clear of these resources in favor of sites that are more selective in the breeders whom they allow to advertise.

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Jack Russell Terrier Names

Choosing a name for your Jack Russell Terrier puppy can be a daunting task! There are so many names to choose from that it can take a lot of thought and research to find just the right name for your Jack Russell Terrier. Usually, it's best to get to know your puppy for a few days or weeks. Often your puppy's personality will help you decide on just the right name to choose. Does he have a sense of humor? A serious side? A goofy way of cocking his head to one side? A strange love of cantaloupe? By observing your new Jack Russell Terrier puppy over the first days or weeks, you should at least have a clue about what type of name you want to give. There are a ton of dog names and pet names web sites on the internet. Some are wonderful information resources, while others, unfortunately, are just "garbage" sites set up with the sole purpose of cashing in on visitor hits for this popular subject.

We recommend the following sites to assist you in choosing a name for your new Jack Russell Terrier puppy. These sites offer inventive, unique, original and creative pet names suggestions that have helped thousands of new puppy owners in selecting just the right name for their new baby!

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Jack Russell Terrier Pictures

Jack Russell Terriers are a very photogenic dog breed. By looking at Jack Russell Terrier pictures, you can usually gain more insight into what these dogs and puppies are like as a breed, and this can help you decide if you really want to become an Jack Russell Terrier owner. The following sites below offer pictures of Jack Russell Terrier dogs, Jack Russell Terrier puppy photos, funny Jack Russell Terrier photos and more. Enjoy!

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Additional Jack Russell Terrier Information Resources

There are a wealth of resources online that can help you learn more about the Jack Russell Terrier dog breed. We've compiled a list of Jack Russell Terrier information sites to assist you in quickly locating quality information about the Jack Russell Terrier dog breed, while avoiding the "garbage" sites that are nothing more than poor attempts to capitalize on the popularity of dog breeds in general. If you know of an Jack Russell Terrier information site that offers unique, quality information and photos of the Jack Russell Terrier breed, please contact us with the URL and a brief description so that our editors can consider it for inclusion in our list below.

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Jack Russell Terrier Clubs and Rescues

Jack Russell Terrier clubs and rescues web sites can help you learn even more about the Jack Russell Terrier dog breed, help you locate a responsible Jack Russell Terrier breeder, or help you find an Jack Russell Terrier dog or puppy in need of a second chance for a loving, forever home. We've compiled the following list of Jack Russell Terrier clubs and Jack Russell Terrier rescues web sites for your convenience:

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