A Dog in One Pack- Jack Russell Terrier
We basically want to find companions who would give us most of the benefits we
think we need. Well, if you are looking for a dog that is somewhat a one-in-package
pal, you might find Jack Russell Terriers interesting enough.
This dog has a history that is somehow loomed to give rise to the specie.
It was said that the breeder of this dog, a young Theologian student of Oxford
University named John Russell once met a milkman with a white terrier that has spots
on his eyes and ears. This dog became his interest which later proved to be his
foundation for breeding a new dog breed that many has learned to love as pets. The
dog he first saw was named "Trump" from which another 60 types of terriers were
later bred from.
With a terrier's basic nature to go on and over the ground (terrier by the way came
from the Latin term "terra" which means earth), Jack Russell terriers also have the
disposition to hunt and scour for hunting. Thus, they should be given enough
grooming so as to set off the dirt they gather from digging soil to either bury a
treasure or to recover a hidden treasure kept long ago.
An excellent ratter, Jack Russell Terriers proves to be good "housekeepers" since they
keep most rats away from home. Any unlucky rat that happens to be inside the
quarters of this terrier is sure to meet its instant doom. Thus, owners find themselves
with both a dog and cat in one pal.
One basic character of this dog is its disposition towards strangers. They can easily
figure out who must be kept away from their homes and who can be accepted inside
the house. This very attitude also makes them good watchdogs. They were designed
specifically to be aggressive on preys. And while they can be very vocal, many of
them only barks when they find good reason to.
They do not appear vicious though. But once they smell threat, they can show off
aggressiveness that could serve as warning towards the strangers. However, once the
stranger is let into the house by the owner, a Jack Russell can already tolerate his or
her presence.
This terrier is also a family dog and desires for human companionship. And their love
for children is significantly interesting. However, once they are abused or had been
shown improper treatments, may it be intentional or accidental, they can react through
aggressive behaviors. Their aggressiveness is further manifested with their lack of
fear towards larger dogs which can unfortunately lead to injuries, some can even be
fatal.
They are also marked for their intelligence and good spirit. These characteristics can
be highly observable through their curiosity in things. Thus, they require
supplementation on formal training unless you can tolerate difficult behaviors. The
good thing though with Jack Russell is that it can acknowledge training and do well in
most of them. In fact, they are known to champion various ring shows and other
similar competitions.
The Hollywood has recognized the disposition of these dogs too. Coupled with feisty
and good physical characteristics, this pal has already made names in the screens. If
Wishbone, Milo (from The Mask) and Eddie (from the Frasier) ring the bell on you
then there is no doubt that you can recognize this dog.
Jack Russell fair well with grooming. A dog of relatively small size, this breed will
not tax you with grooming needs.
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