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Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) breed information and pictures
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The Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) is part of the Terrier group. The Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) is a dog with Excellent problem solving abilities. The trainability of the Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) is Above Average. It was breed to be good for Family Pet, Hunting, Watch Dog The Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) lifestyle is Very hardy individuals; need to be kept busy; adaptable to indoor/outdoor living
The Parson Russell Terrier is usually a healthy dog, but could be susceptible to eye problems and dislocated kneecaps. It is important that when contacting a Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) breeder that you express health concern issues and ask the breeder what they are doing in order to help mimimize them.
Please don't purchase your Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) from a petstore which commonly are known to support Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) puppy mills. Doing so only promotes inproper breeding ethics and promotes current Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) health issues. The ARBA, UKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC registries recognize the Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) breed standard.
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Jack Russell Terrier (Parson) |
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Group:
Terrier |
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Shoulder Height:
13.00 in - 13.25 in |
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Weight:
12-18 pounds |
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Exercise req'd:
Medium-high amount |
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Intelligence:
High |
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Suitability for kids:
Good |
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Registries:
ARBA, UKC, SKC, WWKC, FIC |
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Country of Origin:
Great Britain - Developed by the Reverend John (Jack) Russell, in Devonshire, England in the mid 1800's - Used for going to ground after vermin. .
Character:
This dog is brave (sometimes excessively so), boisterous, watchful, a self-starter, and very self-confident.
Temperment:
This dog gets along well with children, other dogs, and any household pets. It is however, still a hunting dog, so it sometimes can't resist the urge to chase the family cat. It may try to be dominant over other dogs, regardless of size. Visitors will always be announced with a distinctive bark.
Coat:
There are two varieties. The Jack Russell Terrier can be either smooth-haired or rough-haired. They are usually white with tan, black, or lemon, or with markings in three colors. Markings restricted to the head and base of the tail are preferred.
Care
During shedding, remove dead hairs with a rubber brush. Occasionally, the coat of the rough-haired variety will need to be plucked.
Colour:
At least 51% or more white w/ brown and/or black
Comments:
Purposes:
Family Pet, Hunting, Watch Dog
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Featured Dog for Sale
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Bella
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| Born |
6/27/2010 |
| Breed |
Samoyed |
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Markings
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white |
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Sex
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Female |
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Price
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750
USD
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Comments
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| Beautiful (read more ...) |
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