A little dog with a slightly stretched body is usually white - this is a little funny hunter scattered terrier. Black and red spots, which are usually famous for hounds, give the image of the baby a special attraction. Dogs of the Jack Russell Terrier breed are both smooth-haired and wool-haired. A strong head and a strong jaw are a thunderstorm of game. And small ears and almond-shaped eyes make the muzzle of the dog kind and expressive. It was a brief description of the breed jack russell terrier. And now we will get acquainted with this amazing dog closer.
Jack Russell Terrier - Characteristics of the breed
Jack - a small dog, but in no case it can not be called decorative. Russell Terrier was bred for hunting for animals, dwellers. Due to its "compactness" the dog crawls into any hole and drives the beast out of there.
It is known that this breed was brought out by a priest who lived in Devonshire in England. He was a fan of fox hunting. And the name of the priest was Jack Russell. Now his name is depicted for centuries in the name of the breed of terrier.
Russell is very moving and curious doggie. Do not be surprised if there are pits in your garden - Jack did it while searching for "self-do-not-know-what". Any papers in the house, something accidentally flown away - everything becomes its prey. And to pacify the dog at least for a while, the bold master in any weather will need to walk him out for a long time on the street.
If you think that the puppies of jack are more relaxed - you are mistaken. They are a single bundle of energy that constantly rushes and searches for adventure. Therefore, so that your shoes and much more, what the kid can manage to get to, remained intact and safe, try as a good parent, something to take the child. But in return you will feel true love and affection from the pet.
Training or education?
Jack has scattered the terrier - a very clever, but self-assured dog. And you must make great efforts to overcome this assertiveness from the side of the pet. First of all, the dog must be taught hunting. So you will bring up the skills of a good hunter in the child.
The word " upbringing " is more applicable to the settlement, and it is necessary to start it when the puppy turns eight weeks old. And at first try to play in the hunt. And only later, when the puppy understands what the diligence means, one can go to serious training.
Often, dry food with the inclusion of the necessary supplements in the form of vitamins is a simple and correct way of healthy nutrition. Especially if you choose only high-quality feed.
If you prefer to switch to natural food, then make sure that the ration is mostly made up of products of animal origin, but do not exclude plant foods.
Like most terriers, Russell does not tolerate overeating. If the puppy is too much, he may have problems with the development of bone tissue.
Provide one place for feeding and constant access to a bowl of clean water.
If you have a puppy, then it must be fed six times a day, by nine months, reduce the frequency to two times, but gradually. And do not give the dog smoked, fried, salty and sweet. But a piece of cheese can be a reward for good behavior.
How to care for the jack?
About food, we talked, now the turn of the wool. We have to scatter the bath, but not often - too sensitive skin. And before bathing, be sure to cover the ears of the terrier with a cotton swab. Dry the jack with a towel, not a hairdryer. And more - it is desirable after swimming not to drive a dog for a walk, so that it does not cool down.