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Original printed byline: Stephen A.Brammeier
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Unfortunately, I missed the Times trivia party several weeks ago, but I have a question to submit: What do the TV show Frasier; the movies Mask, and Beethoven, all have in common? Answer: Jack Russell terriers.
These perky, bobtailed, boxy little dogs are the canine darlings of the 90’s.
We see them in commercials, on pet food packaging, and in promotionals for veterinary pharmaceuticals.
To many, they seem the ideal pet. But, think about it: Is Elizabeth Taylor the perfect wife?
I rest my case.
The formation of the breed is credited to Rev. John ”Jack” Russell of Devon, England.
He developed the dogs for primarily fox hunting, selecting dogs for their natural instincts to pursue prey, plus their stamina. Today the dogs are between 10 and 15 inches high at the shoulder; the markings are to be 50% white with any combination of black or brown spotting; and the haircoat may be “smooth”, “broken” or “rough”.
The breed is not recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC), but has its own breed association: the Jack Russell Training Club of America (JRTCA).
My associate, Dr. Connie Handlovits, is a Jack Russell breeder.
She believes the JRTCA has standards for registering the dogs that are more selective that the AKC’s standards, thereby helping to assure the high quality of health and temperament of the breed.
Dr. Handlovits is concerned about the growing popularity of the breed. Mainly she is concerned that most people do not realize the true nature .of the dogs; Jack Russells are acquired as pets because of their star quality.
She cautions prospective owners that Jack Russells are very active dogs that need a lot of exercise.
They are intelligent, but stubborn, and need an owner who is not afraid to be firm with training and discipline. Without adequate training and exercise, the Jack Russells’ natural behaviors can, and often do, turn into “behavioral problems.” She would not recommend a Jack Russell to a family with children under 10 yr. Anyone interested in having a Jack Russell terrier as a pet should attend one of the local breed club functions.
The club sponsors dog shows that include competitions for conformation, races, and simulated hunting situations where the dogs are challenged to “go to ground”; charging into a tunnel as long as 30 feet as if after a fox.
Dr. Handlovits has information about the Jack Russell club events that are held in Cedar Hill, Mo., she can be reached at Kingsbury Animal Hospital.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, April 1996.
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