The Jack Russell Terrier comes originally from England, where he got his name of a referent Jack Russell who developed a dog for his passion, hunting foxes. Terriër (terra is Latin for ground) is the collectorsname for a group of dograces who find their origin by little huntingdogs used by the Romans for hunting wild. Terriërs follow particularly foxes, otters, martens, fitchet, mufflers, rats and rabbits in their hollow and fix them their. The hunter can, following the barking of the dog, digging out the wild and kill it. But if necessary the terrier can start the fight alone. For carrying out this tasks most terriers have a violent character and don't like to be commanded.

Although this breed is originated in England, it was exported, developed and a standard written in Australia. In Australia the Jack Russell was officially recognized in 1995 by the Federation Cynologique International (F.C.I.), then Ireland in its turn in 1998, as well as Holland, Finland, Belgium and Greece. In 2000 it is official the Standard of Australia which can from now on contribute to the dog shows. Click here for the FCI race standard of the Jack Russell.

Within the standard of the FCI we would try to breed Jack Russells whom we like to see. We especially like the Australian lines of the Jack Russell Terriers. What do we like in a Jack Russell?

Our favorite dog can be announced in 1 sentence: A strong, brave, smart and active dog with a sturdy (teddy bear) looks.

According what the FCI says about the character of a Jack Russell: A living, alert and active terrier with a living, intelligent expression. Bravely and not afraid, kind but assured.

The exterior of a Jack Russell Terriers are all different, no spot is the same. Maybe it's that what makes the breeding interesting. It will be a challenge to breed beautiful descendants. 

How we like to see our favorite Jack:

-Broken or rough coated.
-The color mainly white with brown spots.
 

Here you can find some pictures of our favorite Jack Beauties:

• Understand Jack Russell Terriers are energetic dogs.
   
• Prepare visitors before they reach your home. Jack Russells love visitors and will jump all over anyone who lets them.
   
• Keep your Jack's weight down. Overweight dogs have more health problems, including heart trouble and arthritis.
   
• Learn about what health problems are associated with this breed: cataracts, glaucoma, deafness (common in all white dogs), epilepsy, patellar luxation (poor development of the parts holding the kneecap in place), Von Willebrand's disease (a blood disorder), cardiomyopathy (a serious heart abnormality), allergies and skin problems.
  
   
• Brush your terrier every other day with a rubber curry brush to help control shedding. There are three coat types: smooth, broken and rough. All three types shed year-round. The smooth coat sheds the most.
   
• Bathe your terrier whenever it takes on a yellow cast. It doesn't require special grooming and can be washed at home.
   
• Make sure to trim this dog's nails regularly ' once a month ' to prevent foot problems.
   
• Remember that terriers are bred to dig. Expect this behavior, particularly if you leave your dog alone all day.
   
• Keep your Jack Russell indoors or out. Remember that it will chase any and everything, and you absolutely must have a secure yard.
   
• Remember that while it looks like a small dog, you essentially have a 130-pound dog in that body. These dogs are extremely intelligent, very bold and have no sense of their small stature.
   
• Be prepared to enjoy a good 15 years with your Jack Russell, as this is the average life expectancy for a Jack Russell Terrier.
   

Becoming a Jack Russell owner means you are prepared to enroll both him and yourself into a proper training program. While every dog should be enrolled in obedience classes, this goes double for Jack Russell Terriers.

Jack Russell Obedience Training

Of all the different Jack Russell training techniques you could teach your dog, obedience training is the most important. You’re in for plenty of trouble if you don’t take command and allow your Jack Russell to walk all over you.

Your Jack needs to know his place in your “pack”. He must see you as the pack leader or he will be impossible to control.

The following are some great obedience Jack Russell training tips:

Teach him young – You need to show your Jack Russell who is boss from the very moment you get him. The longer you wait to train your dog, the more difficult he will be to control. For instance, it isn’t fair to let a puppy get away with things like tugging on the leash, and then reprimand him for it when he gets older. He won’t understand what he’s doing wrong.

Be the master – Jack Russell training is about showing your dog where he stands in your family “pack”. You can help teach him you are the master by:

* Walking through doors before him
* Eating first before giving him his food
* Being firm and consistent with your training and discipline

Respect their Intelligence – Jack Russell’s are an intelligent breed, and their cleverness should be respected. Provide them with challenges they’ll enjoy, and won’t become bored with.

Take advantage of their energy – Jacks are balls of energy, which can help make Jack Russell training more effective and fun for both of you. How? Think about it, you need to make your Jack want to do what you want him to do. Just like a child, you shouldn’t expect an enthusiastic response unless it is something fun and interesting to do. If you can’t keep your pup’s attention, you are only wasting your time and his.

Give them your time and attention – Obedience training requires plenty of your time and energy, but it’s the only way you will show your Jack you mean business as you enjoy spending time with him. Plus, the more time you spend with your dog, the more you will pick up on his habits and deter bad ones from growing.

Short attention span - Don’t forget that a Jack Russell puppy’s attention span last only seconds. Therefore, you need to make sure in the beginning that training isn’t only consistent but also shorter. Have 5 – 10 minute training sessions with your dog, and then play with him. As your Jack becomes older, his attention span will improve, and you will be able to have longer training sessions of up to 30 minutes.

 

Jack Russell Training Tips:


Be consistent with your training – Don’t change the method in which you give commands to your dog, because you will only confuse him and he won’t understand. For example, don’t change the words you use when giving a command. Avoid statements like “come here” and use only one word commands such as “come” to make it easier for your dog to learn. Moreover, make sure everyone in the family uses the same consistency your Jack as learned.

Be Firm When Disciplining – When you discipline your Jack, be firm but gentle. Let him know you won’t tolerate his misbehavior, and continue to teach him until he gets it right. It’s in the Jack’s nature to try your patients and outwit you. Stand your ground, and the Jack will know who’s boss. Note: Never hit your dog when disciplining!

Praise, Praise, Praise! – Give your Jack praise every time he performs a command correctly.

Jack Russell Terrier that is properly trained is confident and HAPPY! If you want a dog that is loving, loyal and sociable he needs to be trained. Training is the only guide your dog has to life. It isn’t cruel, as some people believe; it’s what the dog needs in order to develop healthy characteristics that make him a credit to his breed.