Jack Russell Terrier Facts

If you love or know a Jack Russell terrier, you've seen their enthusiasm for life, high level of energy, intelligence, and determination.

You have also probably seen their temper, their aggressive inclinations when dealing with other animals, and their hunter's attitude.

If you love the breed, or want to, you should learn more about the ups and downs of keeping Jack Russells. They can be wonderful pets for the right household, but in the wrong family, they can be a disaster.

Sturdy and long lived by nature, they have a stable genetic makeup, with some dogs living up to twenty years, with few congenital problems.

They are long legged with predominantly white coloration that has patches brown and black, often in a three-color blend, with hair that can be curly, smooth, or broken.

They are small, not exceeding 18 pounds, and have a narrow ribcage designed to let them enter foxholes easily.

I've written two articles on Jack Russells that will give you background and important facts on this interesting but challenging breed:

Understanding the Fox Hunting Terrier

20 Things You Should Know About Jack Russell Terriers