| The Parson Russell Terrier or better known as | | | | conditions. |
| the Jack Russell Terrier, is a small happy | | | | |
| dog that loves to play and hunt. They were | | | | *History. The Parson Russell Terrier comes |
| bred as fox hunters so they need to be | | | | from Great Britain, the south of England to |
| extensively socialized with other pets. They | | | | be exact, where they were used for hunting |
| may fight with other dogs but they were pack | | | | the European Red Fox, sometimes in packs. |
| animals at one time so this trait depends | | | | They were first registered by the American |
| upon the line and individual. They need a lot | | | | Kennel Association in 1998. |
| of exercise so a properly fenced in back yard | | | | |
| designed for escape artist digging dogs is | | | | Some Registries: |
| best. They need to be under control when | | | | |
| outside because they may take off after a | | | | *UKC United Kennel Club |
| scent or adventure. They are generally good | | | | |
| with active kids. As a reminder, never leave | | | | *NKC National Kennel Club |
| a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog. | | | | |
| | | | *CKC Continental Kennel Club |
| *Approximate Adult Size. The approximate | | | | |
| adult size (two years old or older) of the | | | | *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| Parson Russell Terrier is 12 to 14 inches to | | | | |
| the withers (highest point of the shoulder) | | | | *AKC American Kennel Club |
| and 14 to 18 pounds. The female ranges from | | | | |
| to inches to the withers and to pounds. | | | | *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
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| *Special Health Considerations. Most dog | | | | *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| breeds have certain inherited health problems | | | | |
| associated with that specific breed and the | | | | *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| Parson Russell Terrier is no exception. Be on | | | | |
| the look out for inherited eye diseases, | | | | *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club |
| dislocated knee caps and deafness. This | | | | |
| disease list is an informative guideline | | | | *ACR = American Canine Registry |
| only. Other diseases may also be significant | | | | |
| threats, please contact your veterinarian for | | | | Litter Size: 4 to 8 Parson Russell Terrier |
| a complete list. | | | | puppies |
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| She should visit the veterinarian several | | | | Category: Terrier |
| times in the first year for shots, boosters | | | | |
| and check up. Then, as an adult, she should | | | | Terms To Describe: Lively, bold, alert, |
| visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and | | | | hyper, friendly, clever, courageous, |
| check up. As she gets older, six years and | | | | tenacious, playful, affectionate, athletic, |
| on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a | | | | |
| year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid | | | | *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
| feeding your dog sweets. | | | | |
| | | | Good watch dog. |
| *Grooming. The Parson Russell Terrier has a | | | | |
| smooth or broken double coat being short, | | | | Does well in hot climates. |
| dense and harsh with little or no hint of | | | | |
| kink. She should be brushed regularly. | | | | Love to play. |
| Brushing will help her maintain a clean and | | | | |
| healthy coat, help you keep a closer eye on | | | | Very affectionate. |
| her health and strengthen your emotional bond | | | | |
| with her. | | | | *SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
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| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a | | | | Poor guard dog. |
| week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed | | | | |
| for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation | | | | They are barkers. |
| of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities | | | | |
| (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog | | | | They are diggers. |
| periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of | | | | |
| teeth, bad breath and other serious disease. | | | | They will take off after a scent. |
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| Her toenails may need to be examined for | | | | Need an experienced handler. |
| growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of | | | | |
| the rear feet grow slower than the toenails | | | | *Other Names Known By: Jack Russell Terrier, |
| of the front feet. | | | | |
| | | | *Every dog is an individual so not everything |
| *Life Span. The Parson Russell Terrier can | | | | in this information may be correct for your |
| live between 12 and 14 years with proper | | | | dog. This information is meant as a good |
| nutrition, medical care and excellent living | | | | faith guideline only. |