| When you're looking for a new addition to your | | | | As for getting along with other dogs, obedience |
| family that is loyal and energetic, the Parson | | | | training is needed to achieve proper socialization. |
| Russell Terrier, also known as the Jack Russell | | | | This will cure your Parson Russell of any instinctive |
| Terrier, is the perfect pet to consider. This | | | | aggression they may hold towards other dogs |
| particular breed of terrier is full of surprises, | | | | and animals. Remember, Parson Russells are |
| offering a satisfying bundle of characteristics to | | | | natural hunters! They can't help but to surrender |
| explore. | | | | to their inherited habits if they don't know it is |
| When it comes to owning a Parson Russell, you | | | | unacceptable within your home setting. |
| should know that understanding and respecting | | | | Taking Care of a Parson Russell Terrier |
| the breed is the first step towards truly learning | | | | Since the Parson Russell is a high-energy |
| that big rewards come in small packages. | | | | companion, apartment life may put a damper on |
| Brief History of the Parson Russell Terrier | | | | their spirit. Regardless of their small size, they |
| Between the mid-to-late 1800s, the Parson Russell | | | | need room to burn up their energy. |
| Terrier was bred to make fox hunting a much | | | | Apartment-life leads to endless hours of boredom, |
| easier task. The Reverend John Russell wanted a | | | | which the Parson Russell may choose to take out |
| hunting companion to track foxes both on top | | | | on your furniture and shoes. |
| and below ground. By crossing the English Black | | | | One of the best environments for a Parson |
| and Tan Terrier with the English White Terrier, he | | | | Russell offers access to a nicely sized yard with a |
| came up with the perfect breed for fox retrieval. | | | | fence. Allowing this breed to run freely and burn |
| Everything from the character, intelligence and | | | | off excess energy is a great way to keep your |
| mindset of the Parson Russell was bred to | | | | dog happy and healthy. So, if you're not ready for |
| accommodate fox hunting. John Russell also | | | | daily walks with a little bit of running thrown in, the |
| believed that creating a stark white terrier | | | | Parson Russell breed may not be for you. Always |
| satisfied numerous hunting dilemmas. A white dog | | | | keep in mind that this is an intensely active dog |
| easily sticks out against the green of a forest. | | | | breed. |
| Different from previous foxhunting terriers, the | | | | When it comes to the appearance of your dog, |
| Parson Russell would never be confused with the | | | | you may find delight that minimal grooming is |
| hunted. | | | | needed. Removing dirt from the coat of a Parson |
| Today, the Parson Russell breed weighs about 15 | | | | Russell is quite simple. Using a sturdy bristle brush |
| pounds and stands 10 to 15 inches tall. When it | | | | about once or twice a week on the coat of your |
| comes to this dog, one of their distinguishing | | | | dog will keep him or her comfortable. |
| physical characteristics deals with their coat. There | | | | Health Concerns |
| are three varieties to consider: wire haired, rough | | | | Where other dog breeds face a wide range of |
| or short coat terriers. More than 50% of their | | | | health issues, the Parson Russell is a hearty, |
| coat coloring is white, decorated with tan, brown | | | | healthy breed. Most of the medical concerns |
| or black markings. | | | | associated with the Parson Russell involve the |
| Temperament | | | | eyes and ears. Special care should especially be |
| One of the main things to consider when | | | | taken with the ears and hearing of your dog. This |
| purchasing a dog is how they will fit within your | | | | is because, over time, the threat of deafness |
| living arrangements. There are certain dog breeds | | | | becomes of issue. |
| that better complement particular households. | | | | Conclusion |
| When it comes to the Parson Russell, their intense | | | | If you're looking for a dog breed that can keep |
| energy and activeness demands attention and | | | | up with the hustle and bustle of an energetic and |
| focus from owners. Keeping this in mind, Parson | | | | fun family, the Parson Russell is for you. Like to |
| Russells are perfect for the family scene. | | | | go for runs and take walks to the end of the |
| This playful dog breed is filled with a spirit that | | | | earth? The Parson Russell is the perfect dog to |
| captures the interest of children, as well as adult | | | | have by your side. All you have to do is make |
| owners. For a daily pick-me-up or relief from rainy | | | | sure you have what it takes to properly care for |
| weather, the Parson Russell provides the most | | | | this loyal breed and many years of satisfying |
| entertaining distraction. | | | | companionship await your commitment. |