My mom has a rack russle terrior. She is VERY hyper. Is there anything a vet can give her to calm her down some? She acts like she's on drugs or something, LOL.
2006-10-18 08:03:40 · 16 answers · asked by ? 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
u can get her spayed it works sum tymes i have a jack 2 and its just like that and i spayed her but she didnt calm down so i put her in training and she did calm.
2006-10-18 08:09:45 · answer #1 · answered by Mercedes C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Jack Russel Terriers are naturally very hyper dogs. There is nothing that a vet can do to help you with this; but your mother or somebody can take the dog out to jog, or walk on a leash... or maybe if she hasn't had the dog put into obedient classes, then that would be a good idea too. The best way to help an overly active or hyper dog is either some sort of doggy classes (like obedience or agility), or to play more with her. Both of those will strengthen the owner and dog bond, and also calm the dog down some. She will be a much better behaved/well mannered dog too. I hope this helped. If you want to send me a message then feel free to... I can help you with more options.~ Sierra
2006-10-18 15:20:27 · answer #2 · answered by ndpendent 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really, the Jack Russel Terrior breed all in itself is hyper.....If your mother can't handle her dog/puppy, than that breed is not the right one for her.....The JRT is mostly for younger people who take 1-2 walks every day, that has a yard, and has allot of time to play with them. In time the dog will calm down.....but it won't happen over night either, be patient or get a different dog.....
2006-10-18 15:10:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry... should have done the research on the breed. Jack Russells are one of the most active and hyper breeds out there. They rarely hold still and bark a lot. They are very sweet and smart, just enthusiastic. Play with her a lot, walk her, and if possible get her to play with other dogs. A human will never be able to tire a dog out with playing as much as another dog will. Good luck.
2006-10-18 15:09:05 · answer #4 · answered by Craig B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jack Russels are hyper, energetic breeds by nature. That is why it is so important to research the breed before bringing it home.
Some people have luck with lavender essential oils in a burner, or in the glad plug ins. Lavender has a calming effect.
However, Jack Russels need a lot of exercise, and something to do to wear out their energy. They are excellent at agility and other dog sports.
Do you have a fenced in yard? Do a lot of ball chase games! Walk the dog regularly...for a brisk walk....
You can set up your own "agility course" in the back yard and have her run through it for fun!
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2006-10-18 15:22:53 · answer #5 · answered by libertydogtraining 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jack Russel's are very hyper by nature. But they can also be the best dogs! I had one for years, he was hyper as they come, but also a great watchdog, and real comforting on a cold night.
You can ask your vet - my friend has a great dane that is real hyper and the vet gave her xanax, in very low doses, and it helped.
2006-10-18 15:16:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your mom should have done some research b4 getting a jack russell terrier casue that is how they are. they are hyper dogs casue it is in there blood. and no, there is nothign your vet can do to calm her down other then put ehr on drugs but that would be wrong to do that and i dont think any vet would. sorry but your mom is fresh outta luck...
2006-10-18 15:09:29 · answer #7 · answered by nikki 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom has a rat terrier which is pretty much the same thing. He suggested valum. But I don't suggest that for every day use. Only for the occassional thunderstorm or something. There are more natural remedies too. Just ask your vet which would be safest.
2006-10-18 15:13:03 · answer #8 · answered by Amber 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jack Russel Terriers are hyper dogs. That is in their nature and the only way you can get rid of it is give it A LOT of exercise.
2006-10-18 15:08:18 · answer #9 · answered by juliakireyeva 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that this breed is very high strung. Meds may be available form the vet to calm this dog down.
2006-10-18 15:06:44 · answer #10 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a JRT for ya. If you get her trained professionally, she will be better at controlling her hyperness, but that's just a naturally hyper dog.
2006-10-18 15:44:50 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋