All about jack russell terrier dogs
Dont be surprised by the small size: jack russell terrier can be a handful. Amazingly athletic and bursting with energy, they have natural instinct to hunt, track and solve problems in the wild.
If you live in a city or the suburbs, your jack russell will want plenty of walks and excursions. In an apartment or small home, you’ll almost hear the “humming” energy of your jrt: they are perky, lively and fiercely protective of their environments. And they make great guard dogs: A stranger approaching the house will be met with relentless barking.
Not only are they useful, they can be—with the proper focus and training—excellent members of the family: loyal, loving and fun.
jack russell puppies have a fierce, headstrong independence and need special attention to maintain an even keel. For this reason, some experts recommend that only experienced dog handlers should have one. Animal shelters around the country have plenty of unmanageable jack russells whose owners raised them untrained and unchecked.
Apartments are okay for jack russells, but a fenced-in yard is ideal—they love to bark and dig and chase small animals. However, a fenced-in yard will often not be enough for these dogs. though small, they can leap very high and have been known to jump fences when they get bored and restless. On a walk, always keep them on a leash. they are incredibly fast, plus they have an intense curiosity and a fearlessness that could get them into trouble with bigger dogs.
