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Jack Russell Terrier
The Jack Russell Terrier is a lively, devoted, and loving
dog. Spirited and obedient, they are absolutely fearless.
Careful and amusing, the "Jack" enjoys games and
playing with toys. Friendly and generally kind to children
who have been taught not to tease or strike the dog. They
are intelligent, yet willful and determined. Jacks can be
slightly difficult to train and need a firm, experienced trainer.
The Jack Russell can be aggressive with other dogs if not
well trained and socialized. Some have killed or been killed
in dog fights. Early socialization can help substantially
moderate this trait. This breed has strong hunting instincts
(stronger than your average terrier) and should not be trusted
with other small animals. Russell Terriers like to chase and
explore. Be careful not to let them off the lead unless they
are very well-trained. Jack Russells like to bark and dig.
They tend to get restless and destructive if not kept fruitfully
occupied and well exercised. Jack Russells climb, which means
they can climb over a fence, they also jump. A Jack that stands
12 inches high can easily jump a five foot barrier - so be
prepared
The famous RCA symbol of a white dog peering into an RCA
Victrola was a Jack Terrier. Wishbone, the main character
of an extremely popular and award-winning children's television
series in the United States, is likely the most famous of
Jack Russell Terriers. Wishbone was played by the late Soccer
who passed away in June 2001 at age13 years old..
Japanese Chin
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