One of my husbands co-workers has jack russell / beagle crossed puppies. Any idea's on what kind of personality they may have? Opinions on beagles and Jack R's welcome.
2006-08-30 08:36:20 · 12 answers · asked by pq4u72 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The puppy is essential for my two kids who would probably walk the poor thing to death. Plus we have a dog park in our area. I know they are too young to housetrain the puppy and as always one of us are always home to deal with that.
2006-08-30 10:56:45 · update #1
A combination of two stubborn, hyper, noisy breeds. Great if you have lots of energy and want to do some serious high-energy activities with it. Lousy if you want a sedate couch potato.
2006-08-30 09:58:10 · answer #1 · answered by DaBasset - BYBs kill dogs 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Very generally: Jacks are high-energy, often territorial dogs. Beagles are scent hounds that will want to follow their nose all the time (which means they often like to dig and root around for things).
But you can't base the personality of the pups in your co-worker's litter on those broad generalizations. You need to meet the puppies and see which one responds best to you.
Pups' personalities are also affected by how much socialization they get with other dogs and people; by how well they are treated by their early human caretakers; and by how soon they are removed from their mother's care. (Momma dogs can teach the pups a lot about "pack manners"... but not if the puppies are taken away from her too soon.) Isolated pups, no matter what their breed, will often grow up fearful and/or aggressive.
Keep in mind, too, that puppies don't start to show their true individual personalities until they're about 10 weeks old. If you get a pup that is younger than that, you'll have no idea what you're getting yourself into.
For the first several weeks puppies are not even aware of themselves; then from week 8 to week 10 they're learning to be "puppies" and become more individualized.
2006-08-30 08:48:35 · answer #2 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It will probably be a very active dog that likes to bark. Beagles (as well as any hound) are notorious barkers & howlers and Jack Russells can be mouthy too. It should be an intelligent dog as both of those breeds are quite smart so hopefully you can train it to not be so chatty. Probably a great dog for kids too. As long as both parents are healthy then that's what really matters. Ask if either parent has any sort of health issues, like allergies or thyroid problems, since those things can be hereditary. As long as you have a lot of time to exercise the puppy then it should be a great dog.
2006-08-30 08:53:15 · answer #3 · answered by Star shower 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Jack Russells were never intended to be simply household pets. Their strong hunting and chasing instincts are inappropriate in a normal household setting. They are heavy shedders, are highly energetic, and cannot be trusted off leash. They have a true Terrier temperament. The Beagle: Because of overbreeding and poor breeding practices, Beagles suffer more than their share of joint problems, ear infections, and skin disorders. They are also heavy shedders and cannot be trusted off leash. There would be no way to accurately determine the personality unless you are able to see the sire and dam. When you cross 2 distinct breeds you could possibly get a puppy with all of the negative traits, genetic/hereditary disorders, and health related issues from each.
2006-08-30 08:52:43 · answer #4 · answered by serenadepoms 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Jack Russell's are incredibly active. I have never known a Jack Russell or a Beagle that was high in obedience. You can also look at the personality of the parents for more clues.
2006-08-30 08:56:40 · answer #5 · answered by Carol B 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Don't do it!!! You're going to end up with a hyper, yippy puppy that howls. Beagle aren't bad dogs (aside from the howling thing, which can actually be fun if you teach them to sing with you) but mixing a beagle with a jack russel, I think you're asking for trouble. Jack russel's are a little too percocious (for lack of a better term). Good luck!
2006-08-30 08:44:56 · answer #6 · answered by sarahsmiles1222 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Beagles are really sweet dogs, but have this really loud howl and tend to bark alot, plus they are bad at digging. Jack Russels are also sweet, but can be really high strung and hyper. A lot of times with a mixed breed though, you get the best of both breeds, but I would make sure and only get one if you have alot of time to spend training them.
2006-08-30 08:44:39 · answer #7 · answered by d.eickholt 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have a beagle/blue heeler mix. She is a very friendly dog, but she's loud. Constantly barking which I think is the beagle half. But overall shes a great dog.
2006-08-30 08:43:54 · answer #8 · answered by stvchik 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Don't forget stubborn as an ox! Both hounds and terriers are known as stubborn, independent, difficult to train dogs. Both are working breeds that because of their small size people have convinced themselves are lap dogs. Both breeds have great stamina and while a beagle is more low-key temperment-wise, he has great stamina and can run run run for as long as you let him. Both breeds are born hunters.
I love hounds (have two myself) but if you think of all dogs as having that eager-to-please retriever personality, terriers and hounds are a huge wake-up call!
2006-08-30 09:11:12 · answer #9 · answered by tenzo0 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Jack Russells are typically very energetic and playful. Beagles are more low key. Both breeds are good with children. I think it might be a good match.
2006-08-30 08:42:32 · answer #10 · answered by Kevin B 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋