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That little Jack Russell Terrier puppy is so adorable–but is he the right dog for you? Many prospective dog owners don’t ask the questions they should when they’re deciding to bring a new puppy home. Now, the What About? series is here to help you understand the real-life implications of your decision, saving you time, money, and potential heartache–and protecting you and the dog from the consequences of an inappropriate choice.
Drawing upon the expertise of Jack Russell Terrier breeders, owners, rescue organizations, veterinarians, and trainers, What About Jack Russell Terriers? provides honest, reliable advice on what it’s really like to own a JRT–no punches pulled. In a friendly, easy-to-follow Q&A format, author Audrey Pavia offers solid, proven guidance on everything you need to know about raising a JRT, including:
Breed characteristics · Behavior · Costs of ownership · Development in all life stages · Diet · Exercise requirements · Genetics and why it’s important · Health and general care · Temperament · Training requirements · Working with behaviorists, trainers, and veterinarians · And more
Don’t be taken by surprise. Get the answers you need now–before you get that Jack Russell Terrier puppy–and make a smart, informed decision.
Sure, the Jack Russell dog Eddie on Frasier looks lovable on TV, but would he fit into any other family just as well? What About Jack Russell Terriers? presents realistic, honest answers to important questions concerning this breed's behavior, health and genetics, diet, development, and much more. Before bringing that cute puppy home, this guide explains how much Jack Russells cost and how much exercise and training they require, reveals how the breed behaves with children, and helps readers determine a prospective puppy's temperament. Providing easy lookup of topics and information expressed in everyday language (and avoiding dog jargon), this book answers the most frequently asked questions of owners, veterinarians, breeders, and trainers about these feisty, energetic dogs.
Audrey Pavia (Santa Ana, CA) is a former managing editor of Dog Fancy and a former senior editor of the AKC Gazette. She has written hundreds of articles about dogs, horses, and other companion animals, and several books.
About the Author
AUDREY PAVIA is a former managing editor of Dog Fancy and a former senior editor of the AKC Gazette. She has written hundreds of articles about dogs, as well as several books.