2006-06-06 06:44:48 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Jack Russell's are very active dogs that require a tremendous amount of dedication. If you have the time and dedication, you cannot ask for a better dog - I've had two of them and swear by them. Fantastic, intelligent and EASY to train. But, they will test your consistency. Think of them as a human stuck in a dogs body :)
2006-06-06 06:52:02 · answer #1 · answered by Kelli R 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When possible you should always try to rescue a dog from the pound, you're probably saving it's life. The majority of dogs that end up at the pound have been abused in some way and just want someone to really, really love them and take care of them. I don't trust pet stores unless I know the owner's personally. Vets will tell you which pet stores are notorious for having sick dogs for sale as they get to treat them.
2006-06-13 06:01:47 · answer #2 · answered by J.E.B. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would definitly try the pound first. Some animal refuge leagues will give you a dog for a few days, just to try it out, with out a comitment....It's worth a try.
Jack Russells are very hyper and noisy, but very cute.
My friend had one that was deaf, but learned all kinds of hand signals, so they are pretty smart too!
2006-06-06 08:16:29 · answer #3 · answered by Beth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are extremely bright, inquisitive and very difficult to train if you're not very experienced and up to the challenge. They will dig and bark all day if left outside where they can see the world passing by. They will dash around an apartment, jumping on and off the furniture, until you and your downstairs neighbors are insane. They will play tug-of-war with your kid's clothes and steal anything just to get you to chase them. They will also torment your cat and kill your kid's hamsters. Hell of a lot of fun or frustration - take your pick! I love and own terriers, but I've never recommened a JR to someone else. An awful lot of them end up in the shelters.
2006-06-06 11:15:03 · answer #4 · answered by Danger, Will Robinson! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are very hyper dogs & need lots of attention & stimulation. Do you have that kind of time? Do you have a place to let him run & play a couple hours per day? If so, get one. But get it at the pound. There are a lot of JRT or JRT mixes there & it will be UTD on shots, socialized, fixed & VERY greatful!
2006-06-06 07:04:33 · answer #5 · answered by awnery 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go here and click the basic search button the answers the questions. The more you answer the better the recommendation can be. See what breeds it recommends for you. There is also more info on dog adoptions.
http://www.purinaone.com/dogcare_breed_selector.asp
2006-06-06 06:50:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the pound, definitely. There are so many dogs that need a good home there.
2006-06-06 06:55:44 · answer #7 · answered by Kutekymmee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i got bit by a jack Russel and so did many other people. they have very aggressive tempers.
2006-06-06 07:14:17 · answer #8 · answered by ohiofarmgirl94 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are very energetic dogs and hyper. You have to determine what kind of dog would go best with your lifestyle.
2006-06-06 07:09:31 · answer #9 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well you should get that type of dog ir your willing to play with it ever day and walkit everyday cause they are very enerjetic but i luv those dogs
2006-06-06 14:55:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋