I’m often guilty of giving a bite of whatever I’m busy eating to my Jack Russells. Who can resist those big brown eyes and those puppy dog faces looking at you? I digress. With that said, I always make sure that my furry friends can eat whatever I’m having and that it won’t affect them … Read more
Just like any other dog, Jack Russells can eat apples. Apples contain a lot of vitamin C, which promotes bone and dental health, fiber which is great for your dog’s digestion, and they are also low in sugar – making them perfect for your furry friend. Are Apples healthy for your Jack Russell? Apples are … Read more
I’ve been the proud owner of 3 Jack Russells for many years and I wanted to share some thoughts about why they can be aggressive, and why it can sometimes be hard if you have an aggressive dog. What most people don’t know is that early training and socialization can really make a huge difference, … Read more
Tail docking is a common practice among Jack Russell Terriers and it is something that not everyone agrees upon. As a British breed, the traditional docking method has been used since the 1800s. The tails of working terriers were originally docked to prevent injury while traveling underground when following rats and badgers. Later on, when … Read more
It’s really important to find a good name for your Jack Russell. This name will be used to address your dog, so it should be a short and easy name to say. Also, you want to make sure that this is something that describes your dog’s personality. Male Jack Russell Names 1. Jack Jack Russell … Read more
I’m very lucky and grateful to live in a mountainous area with lots of hiking trails and spectacular views. I try to take full advantage of this by going on regular hikes with friends, or by myself. Sometimes though, I feel guilty leaving my Jack Russells at home when they give me those sad puppy … Read more
Jack Russell Terriers are a working breed that needs to be alert, and they need frequent exercise to be happy and healthy. When my Jack Russells are not out and about playing or taking a walk with me, they are more than likely lying down and sleeping next to me while I’m working or watching … Read more
There is a bowl of dry dog food in the kitchen so that my Jack Russells can nibble on something during the day. I’ve often noticed that one of them, Nestle, will often take a few pellets in her mouth and walk off with them and hide them. Other times she would randomly take one … Read more
Just when you think a Jack Russell can’t get any cuter. The Jack Chi is a mix between two dog breeds, the Jack Russell Terrier and the Chihuahua. These fur babies are often referred to as Jackahuahuas or Jack Chis, and they have inherited all the best qualities from both breeds. Join me as I … Read more
Jack Russells are naturally suspicious and slightly wary of people. This can often be seen in their demeanour and body language, particularly when they first meet someone. When Jack Russells are confronted by a dog that they aren’t familiar with they sometimes growl. While this behaviour is quite normal, it can be detrimental if it … Read more