• A fenced yard is a must.  If you don't have a fenced yard you must call me before considering a rescue. Wrought Iron fencing usually isn't sufficient enough to keep in a JRT. If you have this type of fencing you will need to buy Hardware Cloth Wire (not chicken wire) to cover over the fencing in order to hold the normal weight JRT.  They are amazing escape artists. 

• Jack Russell's can learn to climb chain link fences, if necessary you must be willing to string hot wire all around the bottom of the chain link fence. 

• Most Jack Russell's will bark at anything on the other side of the fence, especially if they can see it and it's moving.

• Jack Russell's may go after the neighbors cat if it enters your yard.

• Most Jack Russell's will dig up your garden if it isn't fenced off.

• Jack Russell's can learn to dig out of the yard.  Again, you must be willing to put hot wire around the the bottom of the fence if this happens.  The hot box must be checked daily to ensure proper working order.  Some JRT's know when it isn't working. You can also use the invisible fence, but this isn't any good if your dog runs out the door without the collar on. 

• We cannot let a rescue go to a home if you have a JRT of the same sex unless he/she is 2 years older and gets along with all dogs. The dog being considered will also have to get along with ALL dogs. 

• A child who is abusive or rough with a JRT can make a Russell into a fear biter. Jack Russell's do have some self preservation.

• Most Jack Russell's will bolt the front  door (run out) when it is opened, unless obedience trained to stay. 

• You must be able to afford veterinarian bills if an accident occurs and it could cost up to  $1,500.00 depending on where you live.

• Your new Jack Russell Terrier must have an identification tag on at all times. 

• This breed is not meant to be left outside over night, they like to sleep indoors.  They will bark all night if left outdoors.

• JRT's may become very possessive of their owner or a favorite member. Even something they consider theirs and not yours.  They must never be allowed to growl at you starting from the first time they do it. 

• Obedience Is A Must!

Some Jack Russell Terrier facts

• Not every JRT is the same. This section is based on the average JRT, no matter what size they are. 

• JRT's come in a range of 9 inches to 17 inches tall. 

• There are 7 different registries that register JRT's, 2 of them are an All Breed Club.

• JRT's have 3 different coats; smooth, broken, and rough.

• JRT's are a hunting terrier. (Terrier; derived from the Latin word Terra meaning earth; land.)

• JRT's love to dig, even if it is your favorite carpet, their dog bed, couch, walls, etc. 

• JRT's love to chase cats, small dogs, rodents, birds, balls, etc.

• JRT's don't handle being left alone, all day, very well. They are an active breed and must have exercise, body and mind. 

• JRT's shouldn't be left outside all day all alone. They will find ways to entertain themselves, and it could be very destructive if not dangerous. If they get out, they could be hit by a car.

• JRT's like to bark and bark if they see something they want. Possibly the neighbors cat or a bird sitting on the power lines or on a fence.

• JRT's need obedience training, thorough training, not just sit, down, and stay, they need more.

• JRT's love to explore.

• JRT's are very affectionate.

• JRT's are very smart.

• JRT's love treats.

• JRT's will make you laugh.

• JRT's love to sleep in your bed.

• JRT's love to go everywhere you go. 

• JRT's love to play with humans.

• JRT's are the love of my life so please do your research before adopting one into your life.

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