Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier Appearance: The Jack Russell Terrier is a small dog that has a height range of 10 to 15 inches. Their coat is weatherproof and either smooth, broken or rough and is mostly white with black, brown or tan markings usually on the tail or head. They have a black nose and dark eyes. Their ears fold over and they have a straight tail about six to eight inches long. The Jack Russell Terrier does tend to shed quite a bit.
Jack Russell Terrier Temperament: The Jack Russell Terrier is an intelligent, friendly, and energetic dog breed that loves to play. They are hunters by nature and it isn’t recommended if you have other small pets. They do bark, but not without a good reason. Jack Russell Terriers are ok with well behaved children over eight years of age. Be sure to teach your kids to be kind and gentle and not to tease or hit them, as they will not put up with it. Along with their high energy, they can also climb fences and jump five feet or more. They require plenty of exercise and attention to keep them occupied and manageable. They may be aggressive towards dogs of the same sex. They are fearless and tend to think they are bigger than they actually are, so keep this in mind when they are around bigger animals. The Jack Russell Terrier is only recommended for experienced dog owners. Obedience training is also advised.
Jack Russell Terrier Health: Jack Russell Terriers have a weight range of 13 to 18 pounds and a life expectancy of 13 to 15 years or more if taken care of properly. The main health concern is with their eyes - cataracts, glaucoma and other eye diseases. Other concerns include patellar luxation, deafness, epilepsy, allergies, Legg-Calve-Perthes disease.
History of the Jack Russell Terrier: The Jack Russell Terrier originated from England in the late ninteenth century. The name came from reverend John Russell, who was a parson and an avid hunter. He used his terriers for fox hunting, as they are good at digging and driving the foxes out of their dens. In 2003, their name was officially changed to Parson Russell Terrier - which I think is too bad…to me, Jack is a better first name.
Jack Russell Terrier Breed Group: Terrier
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