Jack Russell Terrier Puppies for Sale

Country of Origin:

United Kingdom

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Breed Characteristics

Average Size: Small

Average Lifespan: 12-14 years

Kid/Pet Friendly: Sometimes

Registry: aca,akc

Activity Level: high

Shedding Level: moderate

Grooming Level: moderate

Trainability: moderate

Good For Novice Owners: low

Adaptability: high

Prey Drive: high

Watchdog: very alert

Breed Information

Overview

The Jack Russell Terrier is a loyal and affectionate companion, but he is very strong headed. Expect a dog that needs a high level of physical fulfillment to remain balanced, and can become destructive if neglected. They are good with kids when socialized properly, but will usually not be a fan of other dogs. The Jack Russell will be wary of strangers, but this makes them a great watchdog. All in all, this terrier breed is very affectionate with their family and can make an extraordinary family pet for a family with an active lifestyle.

The Jack Russell Terrier, or Russell Terrier, can trace its origins to the UK. Although a distinct breed now, they were developed in the United States from the Parson Russell Terrier lines of the mid-1800s that were originally developed in England and in Australia for fox hunting.

The Jack Russell may share a history with the Parson Russell Terrier and is often confused with other small terrier breeds, but they are in a class of their own. They are often known for their robust personality. They are also one of the most popular dog breeds.

The stocky and athletic Jack Russell still has a strong yearning to be a hunter in its bloodlines and will be happiest in a lifestyle that allows them to be more active. They are by no means a lazy lap dog even if they enjoy some relaxation and cuddles every now and then.

Temperament

The Jack Russell Terrier is a loyal and affectionate companion. In fact, they are one of the most affectionate dog breeds and thrive on being near their favorite humans. Well-socialized, they get along well with children and other dogs within the family. As a terrier with a hunting background, Jack Russell Terriers do have a high prey drive and an urge to chase. Although they can sometimes do well with small animals within the family that they have been raised and socialized with, they are generally not a good fit for households with prey-type animals and will still retain that urge to chase animals outside of their family. They can be territorial and protective, so may not be a fan of other dogs they don’t know, especially if they are not well-socialized. The Jack Russell will also tend to be wary of strangers, which makes them a good watchdog, but also makes socialization early and often even more important. Once introduced, they tend to warm up quickly. They can also be prone to barking a lot if you don’t work with them on it, so it’s not a bad idea to train your dog to stop barking to keep it to alerts and not a nuisance.

Did You Know?

One of the facts about Jack Russell Terriers is that although they are similar to the Parson Russell Terrier and there may be some overlap in bloodlines, there is enough of a distinction for separation. While the Jack Russell Terrier breed standards range from 10-15 inches tall, the Parson Russell Terrier breed standards range from 12-14 inches. The Parson Russell Terrier originated in England in the mid-1800s as a hunting dog. When the dog breed was brought to the United States, breeders began calling it the “Jack Russell Terrier”. Because “Jack Russell” was so often misused to describe a variety of small white terriers and to avoid confusion with the U.S.-based Jack Russell Terrier, Britain’s Kennel Club and other parent societies of the Parson Russell Terrier have distanced themselves from the Jack Russell Terrier name.