A well-known member of the sporting group of dogs, the Jack Russell Terrier is a small, sturdy, agile pooch native to England. Originally bred by Reverend John Russell during the 1800s to hunt foxes, the Jack Russell Terrier has a similar history to closely related breeds such as the Parson Russell Terrier and the Fox Terrier. The Jack Russell is a mostly white-bodied dog with large patches of color across a short, coarse coat. Though similar in size to many toy group breeds, with a healthy weight range of fourteen to seventeen pounds, the Jack Russell is characterized by its slightly stockier build and is a committed hard-worker.
Jack Russell Terriers have a withers height between 10”-12” (25-30 cm) and a weight in the range of 9-15 lb (4.1-6.8 kg). The Jack Russell Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 18”-21.5" (46-55 cm), standing height of 14”-17” (36-43 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-14 years.
A well-known member of the sporting group of dogs, the Jack Russell Terrier is a small, sturdy, agile pooch native to England. Originally bred by Reverend John Russell during the 1800s to hunt foxes, the Jack Russell Terrier has a similar history to closely related breeds such as the Parson Russell Terrier and the Fox Terrier. The Jack Russell is a mostly white-bodied dog with large patches of color across a short, coarse coat. Though similar in size to many toy group breeds, with a healthy weight range of fourteen to seventeen pounds, the Jack Russell is characterized by its slightly stockier build and is a committed hard-worker.
Jack Russell Terriers have a withers height between 10”-12” (25-30 cm) and a weight in the range of 9-15 lb (4.1-6.8 kg). The Jack Russell Terrier has an overall body length of roughly 18”-21.5" (46-55 cm), standing height of 14”-17” (36-43 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-14 years.
