Jack Russell Terrier is eight kilograms of happiness. Affectionate, energetic, quick-witted. Wet brown eyes look with curiosity. And the dog’s lips stretch out in a smile. How to stand here? No way.
Dog Jack Russell Terrier (pictured) looks very cute. But her character is specific. In the article we will talk about some of the nuances regarding the breed.
How it all started
The 19th century is rich in the emergence of new dog breeds. Among them are many hunting. For example, the Jack Russell Terrier (broken and not only) was bred at that time. Initially, the dog looked like something strange. Small body, huge head and strong neck. But already in the late 50s of the XIX century the breed was improved. The result was an individual suitable for hunting burrowing animals.
Use today
The dog Jack Russell Terrier shown in the photo is a born hunter. Ideal for those who love this business. For a small and dexterous terrier there is nothing better than running through the forest. He takes real pleasure from it.
People loved a cute doggie. And many wanted to keep him, like a decorative dog, in an apartment. The animal had nowhere to go, had to adapt. But the energy remained in him.
Owners of jack Russell terriers know how mobile this dog is. And if you do not walk it as it should, then the pet will become harmful, irritable and moody. Therefore, representatives of the breed are suitable for those who love outdoor activities.
Types
Jack Russell Terrier Broken is one of the types of this breed. There are five of them, if divided by the type of coat:
smooth coat;
wirecoat;
broken or broken;
broken light;
raff.
Our broken is a cross between a smooth-haired and a wire-haired representative of the breed.
What does broken look like?
Jack Russell Terrier Rabroken's coat is somewhat unusual. Outwardly such a dog is similar to its wire-haired fellow. Only his hairs are longer and tightly attached to the body, which creates a feeling of smoothness.
Do you know what the word broken means? Broken. The coat in our baby has a characteristic fracture. And one more feature of the broken: it does not have a mustache and beard, like other terriers of this breed.
Jack Russell Terrier with broken wool is white. There may be red spots on the head, back and hips.
What care does it take
This terrier is perhaps the cutest of all. His coat looks neat, and the absence of a beard and mustache opens an attractive muzzle.
But grooming the Jack Russell Terrier's coat is brokering. To begin with, he has problems with molting. That is, the process is going on, but the dog does not lose its coat. The hairs simply die and remain on the body of the animal. If you do not remove them in time, then the pet will develop an allergy.
The owner's task is to regularly comb out, at least twice a week. If possible, it is recommended to carry out the procedure more often.
Every three months, grooming is required for the Jack Russell Terrier broken. More precisely, trimming. For those who do not know what it is, we tell. Trimming - plucking dying hair. The procedure is long, painstaking and painful for the pet. The animal is taught to it from puppyhood. Otherwise, the dog runs the risk of persistent disgust, and the trimmer will be bitten.
How often to bathe
Another question that concerns owners of brokers jack Russell terriers is whether to wash a dog. And if so, with what regularity.
They rarely bathe a pet. The thing is that the representative of the breed has a special "function". His coat is cleaned independently and, despite the white color, does not require constant washing.
Breeders recommend bathing the dog no more than once a month. Even with good shampoos, skin irritation can occur. And if in the warm season pets are washed, then in winter it is better to refrain from water procedures.
More about leaving
We talked about how to care for the coat of the Jack Russell Terrier broken. But this is not the most basic question in keeping a dog. We list what is required for a comfortable animal life:
Walk, walk and walk again. Dogs are very active. They will not be able to sit on the couch next to the owner while he is enjoying the movie. If there is no splash of energy, then the dog will find where to put himself. Only in this case, the owner will have to come to terms with the hurricane in the apartment. The pet will carry everything that he can. And its small size will not be an obstacle to this.
Moral load. These terriers are very smart. And extremely stubborn. They do not like pressure. Making them obey is unrealistic. You can win the favor of the dog by not letting him sit on his neck. Permanent studies - one of the facts indicating leadership of the owner.
Balanced Feeding The dog must receive quality food, whether it is dry food or natural food. If the choice fell on the finished first, then pay attention to the brand of super-premium and holistic classes. They are expensive, but the quality is excellent. When feeding regular food, carefully monitor its balance. Jack Russell Terrier Broken is a big fan of food. From this, he begins to recover, becomes lethargic and moody. Have you noticed that the dog is overeating? Cut the serving.
Broken light
Jack Russell Terrier Broken Light differs from all his brethren in the type of wool. It is smooth, and there are very few creases. And all of them are on axial wool. Care for this representative of the breed is the same as for a smooth-haired terrier. This is combing several times a week and trimming once a quarter.
Character Features
Speaking of terriers, keeping silent about some specifics of their character is a crime. These dogs are very harmful. And stubborn to disgrace. They do not want to obey, they obey every other time. And all these qualities, along with activity, require constant monitoring.
So that the terrier does not ruin the house, as mentioned above, it is necessary to deal with it. And play a lot. Only active physical and mental stress can discourage leprosy. The dog is simply exhausted so that there is no time for pampering.
And terriers do not like cats. They begin to hunt them, as soon as they envy them. The same attitude to rodents. A peaceful neighborhood with a rat or a hamster will not pass. The dog will do everything possible to get it out of the "mink".
Children are tolerated, but they don’t have much love. It is common for a child to cross the boundaries of what is permitted. He begins to study the dog, hurting her. Another breed will simply accept it. And the Jack Russell Terrier will not let himself be offended. The child will be put in place. First a warning will follow, and then a decisive rebuff.
Puppy cost
Jack Russell Terrier puppies are bought in kennels if the future owner wants a purebred dog with a pedigree. Thus, a guarantee will be obtained that the baby will be healthy and purebred.
How much does such happiness cost? The price of a puppy varies from 30,000 to 80,000 rubles. It all depends on the level of the pet. If the dog is not a show dog, then it costs less than the one that will walk in the winners of the ring.
What do the owners say?
The lucky ones who have bought the Jack Russell Terrier broken are happy with their choice. The reviews of the owners about their pets say that these dogs are very smart and curious, they can be trained with a bang.
At the same time, you will have to try to win the trust of the dog. These animals love to play. In summer, they are able to run for hours after a ball or puller. In winter, walking is harder. The dog is freezing.
Many people note that if you regularly trim, there will be no problems with hair.
Other owners take pets to sports centers for dogs, on a treadmill. It is noted that these are quite noisy pets. But it’s fun with them, they don’t get bored "completely."
Conclusion
So we met with Jack Russell Terriers. The differences between the representatives of the breed are in the type of wool. The most beautiful broken is wire-haired.
As for the character, there is no significant difference. All terriers are stubborn, do not tolerate rodents and cats, like to run. Great companions for couples with school children, active young people and girls. For older people, as well as families with young children, it is better to give preference to another breed.