Jack Russell Terrier

Family: terrier

Origin: England

Date of Origin: 1795

Breed For: Hunting

Lifespan: Approx. 15 years or more

Recently Used For: Dog Show, Agility

Avg Size of Male: Height: 25cms(10 ins) -30cms Weight: 6 kg to 8 kg

Avg Size of Female: Height:25cms(10 ins) -30cms Weight: 6 kg to 8 kg

Temperament:

The Jack Russell Terrier is a cheerful, merry, devoted, and loving dog. Spirited and obedient, yet absolutely fearless. Careful and amusing, he enjoys games and playing with toys. Stable Jack Russell terrier are friendly and generally kind to children.They have strong hunting instincts (stronger than your average terrier.Jack Russell Terriers will get restless and destructive if they do not receive enough exercise and activities to occupy their keen minds.

History:

The breed was named after a clergyman named Rev. John Russell. JRT were used as a small game hunting dog particularly for red fox, digging the quarry out of its den in the mid-1800s. On English hunts, the dogs needed to be long-legged enough to keep up with the hounds. Breeders had emphasized its working ability, so the standard was very broad, allowing a wide range of accepted body types.

Upkeep:

Jack Russell coat are easy to groom.Regular Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush.You must bathe the JRT's when they need to.

Health:

Health • Major concerns: Progressive Neuronal Abiotrophy or Cerebellar Ataxia, Cardiomyopathy • Minor concerns: Cryptorchidism, Eye Problems including cataracts, distichiasis, glaucoma, Luxated lenses, and Progressive Retinal Degeneration • Sporadic Cases: Hydrocephaly, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease,Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Von Willebrand’s Disease • Suggested tests: CERF Test