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| Breed Group : | Terrier |
| Weight : | male: 13-17 lbs ( 5.8-7.7 kg ) ; female : 13-17 lbs ( 5.8-7.7 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 12-14 inches ( 30-35 centimeters ); female: 12-14 inches ( 30-35 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Jack Russell Terrier, also known as the Parson Jack Russell Terrier, originated in the country of England way back in the 19th century. Jack Russell Terrier Dog Breed information’s shows that this breed’s name is derived from a hunting aficionado, Reverend John Russell, who was actually the Jack Russell Terrier’s first breeder to use them for fox hunting. A Jack Russell Terrier puppy is unique out of the small dogs type because of its great skill in burrowing and digging into fox dens. |
| Breed Character Information : | The Jack Russell Terrier is sturdy and robust as well as outgoing. It is one of the dog breeds that has a very curious nature and is also said to be vocal in nature. The Jack Russell Terrier breed is one of the few small dogs that has a very fearless character despite of their size. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The Jack Russell Terrier’s coat is dense. Its double coat has three types: rough, smooth, and broken. A smooth outer coat has short and stiff coat hairs. The rough coat is longer in length and the broken coat type is a combination of the previous coats described. The Jack Russell Terrier is a constant shredder, with a white coat that normally has tan, black, or tri color markings. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | The Jack Russell is a breed that has an utter devotion to its masters as well as a loving nature. This breed is said to be amusing and energetic, matched with the intelligence and boldness. The Jack Terrier puppy however does not get along or mingle well with other pets. They are also not suitable for younger children since they tend to get along better with older and well behaved children. This dog is also in need of a lot of human attention. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | Owning a Jack Russell Terrier, as said in the Jack Russell Terrier Dog Breed information’s, requires a strong commitment. This is because the Jack Russell Terrier needs to be close to its masters both psychologically and physically, and is an attention seeker. You should also know how active this dog is and would be the kind to be in your face instead of staying put in a corner. |
| Breed Activity Information : | Jack Russell Terriers are in need of daily exercise or any outdoor activity because of its hyper activeness. Not giving enough exercise or consistent activities to your Jack Russell Terrier will cause it to become edgy and destructive. |
| Breed Care Information : | Caring for your Jack Russell Terrier means coat brushing every other day using a rubber curry type of brush to help control its shedding as it is a constant shredder breed. It is also important to keep this dog’s weight under control as it will be more prone to arthritis and other health problems if overweight. |
| Breed Training Information : | The Jack Russell Terrier is a dog that tends to be willful and difficult that’s why it requires obedience training under a firm and consistent trainer for training to be successful. They should know early who their owner or master is or else they will act like they are the masters. Its level of aggressiveness may be decreased if socialized in an early stage. |
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