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Jack Russell Terrier

fearless • energetic • intelligent • tenacious

HerkunftEngland
Lebenserwartung13-16 years
Gewicht6-8 kg
Energielevelvery-high

Quick Stats

Größesmall
Gewicht6-8 kg
Lebenserwartung13-16 years
Energielevelvery-high
Fellpflegelow
Trainierbarkeitmoderate
HerkunftEngland
Temperament
fearlessenergeticintelligenttenacious

Überblick

The Jack Russell Terrier is a small but mighty working terrier with boundless energy and a fearless personality. These compact, athletic dogs were bred for fox hunting and retain an incredible drive and determination that far exceeds their small size.

Verträglichkeit

Kinder
Gut
Andere Hunde
Mittel
Katzen
Nicht empfohlen
Wohnungshaltung
Mittel

Pflegeguide

Jack Russells need far more exercise than most small breeds. They are escape artists and need secure fencing. Their intense prey drive means care around small pets. Consistent training is essential.

Bewegungsbedarf

At least 1-2 hours of vigorous daily exercise. Despite their small size, they have enormous energy reserves.

Fellpflege

Weekly brushing for smooth coats. Rough and broken coats need hand-stripping. Minimal overall grooming.

Gesundheitsprobleme

patellar luxation
lens luxation
deafness
Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease

Wissenswertes

🐶Jack Russells can jump up to 1.5 metres high — five times their own height.
🐶The breed was created by Reverend John "Jack" Russell in the 1800s for fox hunting.
🐶Eddie from the TV show "Frasier" was a Jack Russell who received more fan mail than any human cast member.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Jack Russells good family dogs?
Good for active families with older children. Their energy and prey drive require management.
Are Jack Russells hard to train?
Moderately challenging. They are very intelligent but have an independent streak. Consistency and patience are key.
How much exercise does a Jack Russell need?
1-2 hours of vigorous exercise daily — far more than most small breeds. They were bred for all-day hunting.
Do Jack Russells bark a lot?
They can be vocal. Alert barking is natural for this breed. Training helps manage excessive barking.

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