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Parson Russell Terrier

Jack Russell Terrier, Parson, Parson Jack Russell Terrier

Overview

The Parson is slightly taller than it is long, of medium bone. Its long legs enable it to keep up with the horses and hounds during a fox hunt. Its slender build allows it to fit into small passageways in pursuit of its quarry. Spanning is a critical part of judging the Parson. The chest behind the elbows must be easily spanned by average-size hands, such that the thumbs should meet at the spine and the fingers under the chest. Its gait is free and lively, with good reach and drive. Its coat can be either smooth or broken, both coarse and weatherproof with a short, dense undercoat. The outercoat of the smooth is flat and hard; that of the broken is harsh, straight, tight and close lying, with no sculpted furnishings. The PRT's expression is keen and full of life.

This is a dog that thrives on action and adventure. In the process, it often finds itself in the middle of trouble. It is a true hunter at heart, and will explore, wander, chase and dig when it gets a chance. It is very playful and intelligent. It gets along well with children and strangers. It can be scrappy with strange dogs, but is better than many terriers. It does well with horses, but it may chase cats and is not good with rodents. It may tend to bark and dig. It makes an ideal companion for an active person with a good sense of humor who wants a lot of entertainment — and mischief —in one dog.

Size Medium
Height 12-14 inches (31-36 cm)
Weight 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Lifespan 13-15 years
Colors Black and Tan Brown White
Origin United Kingdom
Classification Purebred
Good Lapcat
Good In Apartments

The Parson Russell Terrier will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. These dogs are very active indoors and will do best with at least an average-sized yard.

Good With Children

Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.

Good With Dogs

Good With Cats

Exercise Needs

The Parson Russell Terrier is a pleasant companion when it is sufficiently exercised; however if it does not get enough, it may become a nuisance. Your dog needs to be taken on a long, daily, brisk walk. In addition, he will be in his glory with space to run, hunt and play.

Trainability

Moderately Easy Training: The Parson Russell Terrier learns quickly. They are intelligent breed but require consistency in training. Parson Russell Terriers are able to learn a variety of games and excel in events such as dog agility and Earthdog competitions.

Affectionate

Playfulness

Grooming Requirements

The Parson Russell Terrier require relatively low maintenance.

Shedding

Parson Russell Terriers should be brushed with a rubber brush when shedding to remove dead hairs. Occasionally, the coat of the rough-haired variety will need to be plucked.

Vocalization/Barking

Frequent

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