Things NOBODY tells you about owning a Jack Russell Terrier

There's no denying that Jack Russell Terriers are fun and adorable little dogs. But before you get one, there's a lot of things about the JRT that you really need to know. From their instinct to dig, to their highly energetic temperaments, here are 10 things no one tells you about owning a Jack Russell Terrier.

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00:00 Introduction
00:20 #1 Not Lap Dogs
01:20 #2 Digging
02:18 #3 Escape Artists
03:24 #4 Jumping
04:18 #5 Stubborn
05:00 #6 Not Ideal for Kids
05:51 #7 Territorial
06:52 #8 Resource Guarding
08:05 #9 Instincts
08:57 #10 Shedding

[janetwhitten]

I rescued my Jack russell when he was 6 years old. He was a lover and a lap dog. He had a fenced in back yard. And he loved laying out in the sun. He followed me every where. He came down with cushings disease when he was about 12. He had 4 pomeranian brothers and sisters. He barked alot but he let the others know I was his. He lived to 18 and had dementia so bad, , but I played doggie music for his anxiety and he slept next to me until it was so bad I had to make the ultimate decision to let him go. I miss him so much!!😪😪😪😭😭😭

[ianwinton]

I had a jack for 18 years, l had him from 6 weeks old. The best dog l ever had. I trained him very well first 2 years, after that he never had a lead from then on . He was my little boy, his name was Stimpy, he went everywhere l went, he never left my right leg. He was very fit, he died because he had a stroke, it was so sudden. I still cry every day, he was my little boy, l miss him so much.

[Marisellahc]

I had a JRT for 16 years, the best 16 years ever, I miss him dearly, he was the best ❤

[winskypinsky]

When people meet Oscar they say “Oh! He’s so cute!” My response is “He is…..until he’s not.” 😂 JRT, all heart and soul.

[Garblegox]

Former goober owner, his name was Cooper.
-You can't tell your terrier to respect someone, that person has to earn it. All I could ever do was teach guests to grow a spine, or he'd walk all over them. He could hear the sincerity in your voice when you said, 'no'. If you don't know how to say 'no' like you mean it, you'll be his tennis ball launcher for the next 18 hours.
-Absolutely not a lap dog. Lap sitting was a shallow pretext to play. He'd lie on you with his eyes open, heart racing, and the second your hand touched him he was on his feet ready to play some game.
-He was the best dog I had as a boy, and I had 4 before moving out. I think I got him when I was 8, and people always said Cooper and I were the same being, in different bodies. He kept me out of the house, he taught me about respect and determination, how hard work can be a love language, how to stick up for yourself no matter the difference in power, etc. That dog was a little champion. He wasn't disrespectful, he had high expectations of you, and did the dog version of scoffing at your bad attitude. We all need to be a bit more like terriers. They know a human's potential better than most humans.

[tombarton]

I had a mixed JRT but she was quite a hoot! When she was younger i could not keep up with her... Sadly, after 18 years, she gave it up this last week, and i sure miss her! Godspeed Kendra!

[lynettestrachan]

Omg all these wonderful comments about JRT 's. I adopted a senior girl last year and she is the subshine in my day. Love is not strong enough to described how I feel about her. We bonded straight away and she has been loyal from day one. So clever and intelligent, kind and sweet natured. Best decision I every made. ❤️ ❤❤❤

[jonathanmartinez]

I rescued my jack russel when he was 2, he past away an old man at 21 last year. He was truly an amazing dog, He was protective with the family and his beagle brothers.we miss our boy daily❤❤

[aussiebushhomestead]

Just got my first JRT after years of wanting one. My daughter got one as well, so the brothers keep each other worn out with constant play, then when they're pooped out, they come looking for a lap to snooze on. Such gorgeous dogs!

[janetmoore]

We had JRT who passed away this June age 16 she was a loving girl only naughty thing she did was try and kill the hoover every time it was turned on.

[youngbess]

We have two, they are the source of endless entertainment, we have four grandchildren aged 10 months to 5 years and they just love the kids. They are so good with them.

[kallasusort]

I loved my two Jack Russells so very much. They were so fun - I threw the ball for them until my arm gave out. They did a tag team with the ball. They made up that game by themselves at the dog park. They were very social and nice dogs.

[_Zosri]

My JRT (Rigby) got attacked by a pitbull but luckily he survived i saved him went to spca and hope to see him tomorrow I really miss him his like a human ❤️🥹

[barbaramayfield]

Just got one he is almost 3 months old. Rip. So far so good. Trying to keep him occupied, trained and social. He has our hearts

[glenn]

They are pretty energetic, wonderful dogs. They can be pretty mellow… when they are very tired!
Really they are good little characters!

[egeegee]

I had three jr’s and if you’re an absolute leader you don’t get these problems. I walked mine off lead every where. Never had growling or barking issues. Brought up with the kids. Fantastic dogs. Tenacious ability and loving. I adore them.

[cathnu]

Nailed it. My dog would rarely cuddle but ocassionally. very independent. I never initiated play time she always beat me too it. One thing she was good about she never tore anything up that wasn't hers. Never a dull moment with her, she was always interesting. Caught a rabbit once even on a leash. Lived to be 18 years old. I really miss her.

[rxscfty]

I've had/have 5 JRT's . Each one had their own personality . From lap dog to zooming . Managed to keep them all satisfied . Greatest dogs I've ever had . Will still keep getting JRT's . Loved them all ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ .

[wellness]

No one owns a Jack Russel. They own you. Or at least they think they do.

[vanessabrown]

I must have had 2 Jacks that didn't read this list. My late Jack LC was a complete cuddler and snuggler, as is my current Jack Sadie. Totally clingy to both my husband and myself.