Jack Russell’s are a dog truly bred to work and named after Reverend John Russell. Originally bred in England and primarily used to hunt fox and to help scare and chase fox from burrowed holes. In short, Jack Russell’s has been a dog breed since the 1800s that have a strong desire to please their owners and provide loyalty and work.
There were two strains of the Russell Terrier: the Jack and the Parson. The Jack Russell Terrier was smaller with a longer body and shorter legs as opposed to the Parson Russell Terrier and was used to hunt vermin and bolt rabbits.The points made in this Jack Talk have evolved over the years and represent the worst case scenario of owning a Jack Russell Terrier. Many experienced, as well as inexperienced, dog owners are overwhelmed by the demands of a Jack Russell Terrier, leading to the dogs being abandoned even before they reach adulthood. Jack Russells
Personality: Loves To Work (And Lives To Play) Jack Russell Terriers are hunting dogs by nature, so they enjoy running and chasing. As a result, this is a high energy dog and requires adequate exercise and stimulation. Without sufficient activity, they are prone to destruction of property and terrorization of other household pets (and children
.