 Your
Online Guide to Common Health Conditions Affecting Jack Russell Terrier Dogs
and Puppies
Like any purebred or designer breed of dog, the
Jack Russell Terrier dog breed can
inherit certain canine disorders from it's ancestors. We've provided
information about common Jack Russell Terrier health problems below.
Please note that while these health issues can occur in the breed,
buying a puppy from a highly reputable, knowledgeable
Jack Russell Terrier
breeder who is knowledgeable about health issues in the breed, and actively
screens for these disorders can go a long way towards having a healthy,
long lived and joyful Jack Russell Terrier companion. Choose your breeder carefully
- and NEVER buy a Jack Russell Terrier puppy from a pet store or newspaper ad.
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.
Jack Russell Terrier Health Resources Online
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