General Description
The Jack Russell Terrier is a small, compact dog with a flexible body, and a small chest - necessary because as a working dog it must be able to get into burrows after its quarry - which comes in three varieties distinguished by its type of coat: smooth, broken or wire-haired. (The broken coat is a combination of both long and smooth hair.) Usually this terrier's coat is all white, with reddish black, tan or brown markings on the head and tail. The v-shaped ears of the terrier fold forward over a triangular head, tapering to the black nose. The eyes are almond-shaped and are dark brown or black. The tail is long and is held high, but is usually docked at about five inches. The legs should be straight. Many Jack Russell terriers have bent legs because of Achondroplasia (a type of dwarfism), but this is considered a fault.
The three types of coats are known as smooth, broken and rough. If the dog's coat is less than 51% white, it is considered a fault in the conformation show ring.
Character
The Jack Russell Terrier has a lively, cheerful temperament, with a strong will. It is obedient - if properly trained. It is also fearless - so much so that care must be taken around larger dogs, for the much smaller Jack Russell will not back down. This breed also has strong hunting instincts and should not be let loose around smaller animals. The Jack Russell is good with children - it enjoy games and playing with toys - but will not tolerate ill-treatment from anyone. They like to bark and they like to dig, and they can get bored and destructive if they are not kept well exercised. The Jack Russell is also a climber and a jumper - so five foot fencers present no obstacle to them.
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Size
10‑12 inches
There are three sizes that the Jack Russell comes in. 8-10", 10-12" and 12-15". The shorter jacks are commonly known as "Shorty Jacks" and are recognized by the United Kennel Club as a "Russell Terrier". The taller jacks (12"-15" at the shoulder) are recognized by the American Kennel Club as the Parsons Russell Terrier.
Weight
14‑18 pounds
General Health
Jack Russells must be tested for congenital deafness. They are also prone to eye cataracts and displacement of the lens of the eye (called primary lens luxation), Legg‑Calvé‑Perthes syndrome (degeneration of the hip joint) and Von Willebrand disease (frequent bleeding), as well as Myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness). With good care, a Jack Russell can live up to 15 years.
History
The Jack Russell Terrier got its name in the 19th century, a hundred years after a clergyman named Jack Russell bred terriers so that they might hunt small game, such as foxes, by following them into their burrows. The standard is very broad, and many different body types are accepted in the breed. They are divided into working terriers and pet and show breeds.
Maintenance
The
Jack Russell Terrier is easy to groom – simply comb and brush regularly with a firm bristle brush. Bathe only when necessary. For show dogs, the coat must be stripped - regardless of the type of coat is is. Their teeth must be brushed frequently.
Ideal Environment
The ideal environment is a house with an average-sized yard, so that the Jack can get a lot of exercise. If they are to be left in an apartment, they should not be left alone for any length of time, unless they are trained to stay in a crate. They will be extremely excited and ready for exercise when they are released.
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My Jack is about 5. We rescued her about 4 months ago. They said at the spca that she could not go home with a family that had other dogs or children. Aparently her previous owner got her to keep thier other dog company, but she did not get along with the other dog so they too her to the pound. I have her around my parent's 90 pound American Staffordshire Terrier and she has bit him when he comes to close. She is like this all the time with him. I took her to a dog park this weekend and she did pretty good. She played fetch most of the time, away from the other dogs and if they came near, she would growl and they would leave her alone. I am hoping that eventually she will get better.
Not really advice, but some reassurance. My family owns, and have owned for many years, Jack Russell's and have found them to be mildy agressive towards other dogs - growling, etc. We have introduced other breeds of dogs to our Russell's and found them to mix quite well after a short amount of time. Our current Russell can be quite territorial towards her chews and toys if our Irish Setter goes near them. All in all, it's normal for your Russell to be narky towards other dogs. If it does get bad then maybe you could go to a dog trainer?
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I've purchased a Jack and will be picking up in two weeks. Anyone have some advice? I have two small children ( ages 7&5). My Jack is 8 weeks old.
I have an irish jack russell (short legged) called Kylie, she's a pleasure! When i first got her i made sure i introduced her to the back yard first and then let her in the house but onlyy at my command to get inside , so she knows straight away who's the boss. She loves learnin tricks, you know sit, jump, etc... As she loves hunts squirrells and foxes we go to the fields so she can practice her hunting skills (mind you she never catches anything!). Oh, she loves pleying with balloons and fotballs as well.
Give your jack russell a good power walk on the leash (20 mins at leaast) before taking them to dog park or to the fields (luckily we've got plenty of green fields in England). Believe me, plenty of exercise and mental stimulation will make your jack russell a happier dog and a calmer on too!!
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As far as I'm concerned, there is no other dog. The love and laughs that my Jacks have provided over the years is unmeasurable. I have had two wives, but my Jacks are with me to the end.
Pros: adorable, loyal, there is no competition
Cons: you had better be physically fit and able to devote lots of time and attention.
Our puppy jack, Miley . . .
. . .has been so much fun thus far. She is a smooth coat and is truly a beautiful dog. She is accepting commands well and is very loyal. Fantastic breed for our family with young children, would highly recommend!
Pros: Loveable, active, obedient
Cons: NONE so far!
rescue a Jack
I rescued my first dog at the age of 7 months and 4 yrs later decieded to get another. Really really enjoy them but they do require work and training which can also be enjoyable. My 4 yr old loves fly ball and is good at it. If you want a dog to do agility, fly ball or any active activity this can be the dog for you
Pros: very entertaining
Cons: need plenty of excersise and not in the back yard and YOU must be the pack leader done with good training
My Jack named "Jake&quo
My significant other gave me my Jack for Christmas in 2001 and the second he walked out of the crate he went over to a stack of newspapers in the corner to releave himself. We knew right then and there that he was a winner. We love him so much and would highly recommend to anyone in a dog search that if you have the dedication to keep your Jack excersized then they will be a good fit for you!!
Pros: So very loveable and loyal
Cons: Highly energetic, runs circles around you untill the whole house is asleep. I really feel like he can't go to bed untill he knows theres nothing he will miss.
In Lovinging Memory of May
In July of 2004 My family purchased our first family pet, a JRT. We named her May, and she remained part of our family for 4 1/2 yrs. On 12/14/08 her puppy was hit by a car, on 12/16/08 she died for no reason the vet could find. She took the loose hard, like a human not an animal, therefore i believe she grieved herself. She was great with the whole family and as lazy as could be, not your typical JRT. She will be missed greatly as will her baby boy Scooby-Doo. (JRT Beagle mix)
Pros: the most lovable loyal dog
Cons: this may or may not be a con but it sometimes seems like the dog is smarter than you
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