Russell Terrier
Also called F.C.I. Jack Russell Terrier
- Great with kids
- Needs space
- Needs lots of exercise
- Barks a lot
The Russell Terrier is a small breed of terrier that originated in England. It is a lively and energetic breed, with a short, wire-haired coat. Its head is small and pointed, with small, erect ears. Its legs are short and powerful, and its tail is usually docked. The Russell Terrier is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.
- Weight
- 11–15 lb (5–7 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 10–12 in (25–30 cm)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short, Smooth
- Origin
- England
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: OK with other dogs
- Strangers: Polite with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Very energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks often
- Training: Fairly easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Little grooming
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Active
Affectionate
Alert
Intelligent
Lively
Playful
Coat colours
White, white and black, white and tan and white, tan and black (tri-color)
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Russell Terrier
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Breeds of a similar size
All small breeds
Sources
- Official Standard of the Russell Terrier - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Russell Terrier Dog Breed Information - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- American Kennel Club Welcomes a New Terrier to the Family (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: Jack Russell Terrier - UKC (opens in a new tab)
- Russell Terrier Breed Standard (AKC standard reproduced) (opens in a new tab)
- Russell Terrier Dog Breed Health and Care - PetMD (opens in a new tab)
- Russell Terrier - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).