Jack Russell Terriers - Dogs

Jack Russell Terriers - Dogs - General Information

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Nowadays, the Jack Russell Terrier is well distributed in Great Britain and France. It is also gaining popularity in the United States, which can be attributed to the great success of movies that the breed was filmed in. The Jack Russell Terrier is considered second to none in hunting the badger and the fox. The dog often works with hounds tracking the prey. Its main task, though, is cornering the fox in its den and making it accessible to hunters.

Jack Russell Terriers - Dogs - What Do They Look Like?

Balance is of paramount importance in the breed. The head should be proportionate with the rest of the body. The bones should be neither heavy, nor light. Dark eyes are of medium size. The ears are v-shaped.

The Jack Russell Terrier can have a smooth or broken coat. Both types are coarse and waterproof. Color pattern varies from white, white with black and lemon markings, to tri-color.

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Jack Russell Terriers - Dogs - What to Expect in the Dog?

On the other hand, the high energy level of the breed turns into an advantage for people who cannot imagine their life without much activity. The Jack Russell Terrier is said to be a wonderful companion for jogging, hiking, and surely, for hunting.

As for children, they should be taught how to deal with dogs to avoid unpleasant incidents. Jack Russells are generally good with children when raised together from an early age. Other canines and small animals should not make excessive use of the breed's friendly personality. Jack Russell Terriers tend to dislike same-sexed dogs.