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