I want to get a smooth coated Jack Russell Terrier for an outside dog in Maryland. It’s suburban area. I was wondering if I could do this. Also my mom is kind of allergic and I was wanting to know if it has a lot of allergy problems or if they are close to hypoallergenic. Also I have heard they are very energetic. I would like a dog that is a dog that I can run with but not that bites 6 year olds.
Are they good with strangers? Are they good in same gender pairs and/or different gender pairs. Do they need obedience classes? Will they wreck my house if they were to live inside? Which are usually the best, male or female. Please answer as many of these questions that you can and please put in any more information that you know that could help me.
Jack Russell Terriers aren’t hypoallergenic. The majority of Jrts will not tolerate a child pulling on their tails, ears, etc. The question is not “Is the dog good with children?” The question is “Is the child good with dogs?”
They can be very territorial.. but very friendly. The stranger acceptance will depend more on the individual Jrt. They are not usually good with same gender pairs. If you get more than 2, I’d suggest a male and female. Of course, you shouldn’t breed them unless they fit the standard, and etc. etc. etc. So, the best thing to do is get the male neutered if he isn’t quality or you don’t plan on breeding.
Some females get along with each other.. some males get along with each other. Especially if one of the two are neutered or spayed.
The obedience class question is entirely up to your level of training ability. If you aren’t very good at training dogs, or don’t have the time.. yes, maybe you should take the dog to a class.
They could possibly wreck your house. If a Jrt is bored, it will find something to do.. I have one that wrecks our house if left alone too long.. thusfore, she now stays in a crate while we’re out.
There really isn’t a best gender. However, if you plan on getting involved with the JRTCA and showing and breeding.. If your thinking about breeding, its easiest to start out with a bitch. You can easily find a nice stud dog for your bitch, but its harder to find someone that wants to use your stud dog. But, please don’t breed unless your involved with a club (JRTCA) know the standard and breed very well, your dog is health tested, registered, quality conformated, and preferably proven.
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February 8th, 2009 at 7:32 am
NONE of you concerns are BREED SPECIFIC!!!
ALL dogs need TRAINING!
ALL dog bite until taught NOT to.
ALL dogs will wreck things until trained *&* no dog should be turned loose UNSUPERVISED.
NONE are “hypoallergenic”!
Smooth coated dogs shed PROFUSELY & constantly!
JRT are notorious “kennel-fighters”-NOT good in multiples. Know the saying”What do you get when you have 3JRT? ONE & 2 carcasses.”.
Newbies should NEVER get 2 dogs-of any breed or gender.
Dogs are cheaper to castrate than bitches are to spay.
You have done ZERO research & are NOT ready for any dog.
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February 8th, 2009 at 7:49 am
Now I only know one Jack Russell, so this is just what I know about him, and in no way I’m talking about every one out there… I don’t like him. He was mean, growled at me all the time, and I am a dog person, he is the only dog I’ve ever met that doesn’t like me. He bit me, more than once, one time when I was just a kid, like 7 years old, and he was a nightmare. He had really bad allergies, and the family had to give him shots every week, for which they had to put him in a muzzle and hold him down to keep anyone from getting hurt. Also they couldn’t trim his nails, they would curl under his feet because he wouldn’t let anyone near them. Anyways, with his allergies he was half hairless, andhe smelled awful. He would do that thing that you only see on tv where he would rub his butt against the carpet. It was DISGUSTING. I think a terrier is a good idea for you, but I don’t think the Jack Russell is right. I also have a another friend that has one and I haven’t met her, but I hear that one is mean too. So NOT a good family dog, not hypoallergenic; believe it or not, the best dog for that is a poodle, because they don’t shed. Although there is a new kind of dog out called the Golden doodle, which has the attitude of a golden retriever, but is hypoallergenic like a poodle. But if your looking for a small dog, that one isn’t for you. I would keep looking for terriers, because I think they are generally good dogs, with one exception, and from what I’ve heard, good family dogs.
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February 8th, 2009 at 8:26 am
I own a jack russell here is what you need to know about them:(I just copy and pasted my other answer from another question I answered)
-they can jump up to 6 ft
-they can be a little stubborn
-they require at least 20 min of exercise a day (about 2-3 times a day)
-they require lots of training as they can be stubborn and some what a slow learner
-they are barkers(can be) and can become very annyoning
-and need to keep warm if the puppy you get is short hair (barely have any fur)
-if you get a white JRT (very rare-as I own one) you will need to bathe him about 2-3 times a week (depending on how dirty your dog gets)
-their bite can be kind of hard but just teach him or her to chew on toys and not hands or people (my mistake on my part with my dog)
-they can be somewhat aggressive if you treat them wrong
-they need to dig a lot (natural habit)
-don’t really do good with other dogs
-if you own cats, the dog will chase them and try to attack them.
-if they don’t get enough exercise watch out because he or she will terrioze the house or take matters into their own paws
-and sometimes they can be unadoptable because of the rep (that is what I was told by my local shelter)
-small size food (made for small dogs)
-has lots of energy and are very hyper
-don’t get 2 JRT’s at the same time
-no training= a trouble dog
-don’t get along with the same sex
Also they are hypoallergenic
-It depends on rowdy the 6 yr old is
-they do ok with strangers but they will bark at them
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February 8th, 2009 at 8:57 am
Yes they for sure need training this is a breed that has a very high energy level. Not getting enough exercise both physical and mentally can lead the dog to be destructive They need a good pack leader who will give them rules, limitations and boundaries. If you are not a good packer leader they will often take over as the pack leader themselves this is called Small Dog Syndrome. That can often lead to aggression.
They are very intelligent but can sometimes be hard to train so if you get one you should probably sign up for at least a few professional training classes. They can be good with kids and other animals if properly socialized. One should also teach and show young children the proper way to treat a dog. Now it would not be wise to have them around small animals as they also have strong hunting instincts. They also like to explore and their fast little devils so until one is fully trained and will come back to you when you call no matter what the dog is doing at the time its best to keep the dog on a leash.
You would have to be truly committed to being a good pack leader, exercise your dog daily both physical (i.e. going for walks, runs, playing fetch) and mentally (working on training, give it a variety of chew toys even some that it has to work something out like how to get food/treats out). At least 2 walks/runs a day would be wise and one should be at least an hour or more. This helps drain the energy and tried dog is less likely to be destructive.
They can jump high so a very tall fence is probably recommend and they also like to dig too. For those reasons I wouldn’t leave this dog out all night long or outside if your not home. You should probably get a crate then that’s where the dog can sleep at night and be when your not home or can not supervise.
This breed is not recommended for an inexperienced owner.
Something else to keep in mind is that they can live 15+ years.
I applaud you for doing research some many people impulsively just go and and purchase/adopt.
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February 8th, 2009 at 9:02 am
The Jack Russell Terrier, also called the Parson Russell Terrier, is a favorite among horse owners, dog sports enthusiasts, animal trainers for film and television, and people who simply appreciate his fearless personality, boundless energy, entertaining antics, and portable size.
But beware! The trained Jack Russell that you see on TV or in movies doesn’t come that way. Teaching a Jack Russell to become a civilized companion is no easy task. It requires lots of time and patience as well as a strong sense of humor. The JRT is highly trainable, but he has a mind of his own and won’t stand for boredom. If you don’t keep him entertained, he’ll find his own amusements, and you probably won’t be happy with the results.
Want to know more about Jack Russell Terriers? Visit this link http://dogtime.com/jack-russell-terrier.html
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February 8th, 2009 at 9:08 am
Dwarf Hamster Xpert, I love the personality of a russell terrier. They are so sweet.
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February 8th, 2009 at 9:19 am
Jack Russell Terriers aren’t hypoallergenic. The majority of Jrts will not tolerate a child pulling on their tails, ears, etc. The question is not “Is the dog good with children?” The question is “Is the child good with dogs?”
They can be very territorial.. but very friendly. The stranger acceptance will depend more on the individual Jrt. They are not usually good with same gender pairs. If you get more than 2, I’d suggest a male and female. Of course, you shouldn’t breed them unless they fit the standard, and etc. etc. etc. So, the best thing to do is get the male neutered if he isn’t quality or you don’t plan on breeding.
Some females get along with each other.. some males get along with each other. Especially if one of the two are neutered or spayed.
The obedience class question is entirely up to your level of training ability. If you aren’t very good at training dogs, or don’t have the time.. yes, maybe you should take the dog to a class.
They could possibly wreck your house. If a Jrt is bored, it will find something to do.. I have one that wrecks our house if left alone too long.. thusfore, she now stays in a crate while we’re out.
There really isn’t a best gender. However, if you plan on getting involved with the JRTCA and showing and breeding.. If your thinking about breeding, its easiest to start out with a bitch. You can easily find a nice stud dog for your bitch, but its harder to find someone that wants to use your stud dog. But, please don’t breed unless your involved with a club (JRTCA) know the standard and breed very well, your dog is health tested, registered, quality conformated, and preferably proven.
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I’ve owned, shown, worked, and studied Jack Russell Terriers for nearly 10 years now.
I’m owned and operated by 6 Jrts.
I’m a member of the JRTCA.
I’ve read countless books and websites about Jrts. (the most important site is http://www.jrtca.com)
I’ve learned from, talked to, and hunted with some of the best and well known breeders in the USA, UK, and Canada.