i have adopted a jack russel for the first three weeks it was great in the house now she as started to eat my house up what can i do
2007-10-22 08:22:18 · 10 answers · asked by anthony h 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
well, me as an owner of a jack russel (they get crazy), I bought this special spray that detracts my dog, there's a chemical (it's not harmful) in the spray that basically keeps dogs away from furniture, clothes, ect. You can find it at just about any pet store.
hope this helps, enjoy the presence of your jack russel, their wonderful!
2007-10-22 08:27:41 · answer #1 · answered by BAMF. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a Jack Russel for you they are very high energy dogs and when they have energy and nobody is home they become destructive. I would say crate training would be good for your dog to keep him out of trouble when left alone. Just make sure he stays in the crate no more than 4 hours at a time. Also make sure he's getting plenty of exercise and at least 2 long walks a day.
2007-10-22 08:38:38 · answer #2 · answered by Teresa V 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jack Russell's are working terriers and as such need jobs to do or, as you're discovering, they will find their own and you won't like it.
Get a crate and crate train so you can safely confine the dog when you can't supervise her. Or you can use an ex-pen if you want her to have a bit of room. Have a couple interactive toys to occupy her mind (such as a stuffed kong and Buster cube).
Put her on a nilif (nothing in life is free) program. If you aren't familiar with nilif, google "alpha dog boot camp" (without the quotes.
Along with the nilif, work her at least twice daily for 10-20 minutes on basic obedience. Obedience training along with nilif will be her work right now. They will also help teach her that you are her leader.
In addition to the above take her for at least one, and preferably two half hour power walks. A power walk is one where the dog must walk by your side with not forging, pulling, or stopping for any reason (including pottying) unless you tell it to "take a break." This is also work for the dog.
All the above things will help tire her out because they require her to use her brain as well as her body. You might also want to check out training her for earthdog trials.
2007-10-22 08:37:56 · answer #3 · answered by puplovetft 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend crate training.
I have a Weimaraner, she's a hunting breed and just like the Jack gets very attached to their owners and when left alone will become destructive. Making sure your dog sleeps at night in the crate and goes in the crate when you are gone will prevent that, as well as proper chew toys. Also, do not use the crate as a form of punishment. Possibly for the first few days she will howl, bark or whine...if you need to have her up for whatever reason(guest, repairman) put a blanket over the crate so she is unable to see out, but do make sure you check on her every 20 mins or so.
Goodluck
2007-10-22 08:30:19 · answer #4 · answered by xRachaelxxMariex 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Jack Russell terrier is one of the most intelligent dogs. However, just as intelligent children without training and discipline will run wild with their creative imaginations so, too, will a dog. You must train the dog to do what you wish
2007-10-22 08:26:55 · answer #5 · answered by LucaPacioli1492 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello - I have a 5month old Jack Russell ***** and she has loads of toys and I have never had a problem with her chewing my home. They are like children and require some toys of their own - trying playing with her using her own toys (which she will probably chew!!) - hope this is helpful
2007-10-22 21:08:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this dog is a VERY high energy breed (i doubt you knew that). they needs a yard to run in, they need probably 2-4 walks a day, and a lot of toys and things to do.
i doubt the place you adopted her from told you this b/c they know how hard jrts are. if you arent up to it i would return her as soon as possible. if you have the extra dough, keep her and enroll her in a doggie daycare so she can go play with dogs, or go to the dog park.
2007-10-22 08:28:41 · answer #7 · answered by purplex15 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
direct supervision and confinement when not supervising. If you are serious about solving this issue, see links for professional help with destructive behavior. make sure she has no medical reason for her chewing (including separation anxiety).
2007-10-22 08:28:14 · answer #8 · answered by no qf 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lol mine does dat too...use bitter apple spay on your furniture
2007-10-22 08:29:52 · answer #9 · answered by ¸.•*´`*♥ AyYıldız ♥*`´*•.¸ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mine did the exact same
we gave her back t
2007-10-22 08:25:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋