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Jack Russell Terrier

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Jack Russell Terrier Breed Information

Get to know the Jack Russell Terrier breed, including its characteristics, temperament, care needs, and history.

At a glance

Other Names

Parson Jack Russell Terrier

Type

Terrier

Height

12 – 14 inches

Weight

13 – 17 lbs.

Colors

White with black, tan or lemon or solid white.

Coat

Smooth or rough and broken.

Activity

High

Living Environment

Will do well in an apartment if exercised or a house with a fenced backyard.

Life Span

13 – 15 years

Litter Size

4 – 8

Country of Origin

Great Britain

Personality & family life

Temperament

Jack Russell Terriers are alert, lively, bold.

With Children

Yes, especially active children.

With Pets

Will chase anything small that moves. They also may be scrappy with other dogs.

Special Skills

Hunting dog and family pet.

Watch-dog

High

Guard-dog

Low

Care & training

Care and Training

Jack Russell Terrier need minimal brushing of their coat Bathe only when necessary. Jack Russell Terriers should receive daily exercise or outdoor activity. Early firm training is necessary to prevent a hyperactive dog.

Learning Rate

High

Health & lifespan

Health Issues

Dislocated kneecaps, eye problems.

History & recognition

History

In 1819 a student by the name of Jack Russell came across a terrier who he developed into the Jack Russell Terrier over the course of sixty years by crossing distinctive strains of fox terriers. Even though there are many variations of the Jack Russell Terrier the British Kennel Club in 1990 only recognized the Parson Jack Russell Terrier.

First Registered by the AKC

1998

AKC Group

Terrier

Class

Terrier

Breed details

Note

The name of the Jack Russell Terrier was changed to the Parson Russell Terrier effective April 1, 2003 as requested by the Jack Russell Terrier Association of America, which was changed to the Parson Russell Terrier Association of America.

AKC, FCI (Group 9), KC (GB), UKC

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