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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| running w/jack puppy | 2/8/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: i am a runner and enjoy the trails. my 4 month old jack puppy wants to run. i take her for walks ... A: That's definitely a lot for a puppy - if you can keep it an hour or under it would be more than ... | ||
| Jack russel behavior | 2/6/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: We have a 4 yr old female jack Russell. She is everyone favorite pup! Problem is when we leave in a ... A: She's upset that everyone is leaving without her, plus they are afraid that you won't be coming ... | ||
| after cutting whiskers my dog is slow shaking and scared of me...help | 2/5/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: my dog is three he was very active & loved me, now all of the sudden he's scared of me, shaking, ... A: Dogs use their whiskers to feel and understand their surroundings and if they can fit in certain ... | ||
| My 13 yr.old JRT is peeing blood | 2/4/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: I recently noticed my 13 year old (male)Jack Russell was peeing blood. So we immediately took him ... A: How can they recommend surgery when they don't even know what the problem is? I would take him to ... | ||
| JRT Aggression | 2/2/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: I have an 8 yr. old JR. I adopted him when he was 1.5 yrs. old from our local Humane Society. ... A: Sorry to hear about the aggression to your daughter. For some reason he isn't trusting her anymore. ... | ||
| Rash on JRT | 1/27/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: My JRT has been licking and scratching a lot lately. She is practically all white with one brown ... A: Without actually seeing the spots I'm not sure what they are, but Jack Russells all have ... | ||
| Jack Russell views granddaughter as prey | 1/13/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: My 8 year old long legged Jack Russell is not happy with our new grandchild. Every time the baby ... A: This is a tough situation, but as I have answered before, babies, kids, humans ALWAYS COME FIRST. ... | ||
| Parvo | 1/12/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: Last Friday, one of my pups started vomiting, on Saturday, he seemed better, but not interested in ... A: oh Amber, I am SO sorry!! Parvo is an extremely volitile virus and I wish there was something I ... | ||
| jack russel diet | 1/5/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: can jack russels diet include tuna and cheese ? A: You can give a jack russell tuna and cheese but don't make it the only thing he/she eats. It should ... | ||
| my sweet JRT doesn't like one of my sons | 1/1/2012 | Carol F |
| Q: We have had our JRT, Leroy, since he was 8 weeks old and got him from a cousin who is a breeder. He ... A: So sorry I was away for New Years! I would have answered this yesterday! Reading this, the first ... | ||
| jack russell terrieir at five weeks | 12/25/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I recently recieved a jack he is only five weeks old and very energetic he is doing great on potty ... A: This puppy should still be with his mother. Five weeks old is AT LEAST three weeks too soon to be ... | ||
| Aggression | 12/10/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I allowed my JRTs to breed because I absolutely adore them and the breed. I had no intention of ... A: The picture of your JRT's is precious!! They are all adorable. But, alas, yes they do and will ... | ||
| At my Wit Ends | 12/3/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: Bailey is my seventh month old jack russel. He is the typical jack russel, energy beyond words and ... A: It doesn't sound like you are a good match for Bailey - Jack Russells don't do well tied up and ... | ||
| Feeding | 12/1/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: My husband and I own 6 JRTs (2 boys and 4 girls) ranging in age from 2 years to 6 months. My oldest ... A: That's a very legitimate concern - maybe you should keep them on leashes for a while so you have a ... | ||
| FOOD ALLERGY | 11/30/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: My young Jack Russell puppy Paddy has been suffering from problems with his stomach for the last few ... A: I wish I knew what kind of dog food they sold in the UK but I am unfamiliar! Can you find one that ... | ||
| Feeding | 11/29/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: My husband and I own 6 JRTs (2 boys and 4 girls) ranging in age from 2 years to 6 months. My oldest ... A: I'm wondering if your jacks are Parsons or Shorties because it makes a big difference in the ... | ||
| molly,my jack,r, | 11/7/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: my molly,lives with buster,i am not sure if thay mated,but,its about 65 days now,and her boobs,or ... A: Get Molly spayed and Buster neutered and you won't have to wonder or worry anymore. If you're not ... | ||
| SKIN TAGS? | 10/6/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I Have a 6 year old JRT, and recently moved to a house with a backyard. she is up to date on all ... A: Skin "tags" or benign growths are not serious - so I would be comfortable with what your ... | ||
| JRT Marking problems | 10/5/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: My problem is very similar. We've been to the vet and everything checks out fine however my little ... A: I'm glad you went to the vet to rule out anything physically wrong (like a bladder infection, or ... | ||
| Pregnant Jack Russell | 8/13/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I have 2 Jack Russells. My male is 5 and the female is 2. A little under 2 months ago I had to leave ... A: Two months ago is approximately 60 days, which is how long a dog is pregnant for. Because you love ... | ||
| is my jack to old to breed? | 8/2/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: is my jack Russell to old to breed we live on five acres that she runs around on so she is very ... A: Let me put it this way. YES. In dog years she is 63 years old. Anything after 5 years is getting ... | ||
| Jack Russell skin pigmentation | 7/22/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I have a 14 week old Jack Russell female. Since about 9 weeks, she is having increased skin ... A: The hair loss is a little concerning - careful observation is definitely warranted. Allergies are ... | ||
| Jack Russell skin pigmentation | 7/21/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I have a 14 week old Jack Russell female. Since about 9 weeks, she is having increased skin ... A: You didn't give that impression at all! I said it's obvious how much you care and love her!! Very ... | ||
| Jack Russell skin pigmentation | 7/20/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I have a 14 week old Jack Russell female. Since about 9 weeks, she is having increased skin ... A: Congratulations on your new puppy! If your dog is losing hair on her face and you can see the ... | ||
| PARSON TERRIER OR LONG LEG JACK RUSSEL? | 6/28/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I HAVE A LOVELY PARSON TERRIER OR LONG LEG JACK RUSSEL.HE HAS THE LOVELIEST PERSONALITY A PERSON ... A: Sylvia, I don't agree with your veterinarian about the hair loss - It is not a "typical" problem ... | ||
| PARSON TERRIER OR LONG LEG JACK RUSSEL? | 6/27/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I HAVE A LOVELY PARSON TERRIER OR LONG LEG JACK RUSSEL.HE HAS THE LOVELIEST PERSONALITY A PERSON ... A: You're dog sounds like a great pal! Unfortunately it sounds like he has allergies too. You probably ... | ||
| My 11 year old BabyGirl. | 6/7/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: Patches, my 11 year old, female, pure bred Jack Russell Terrier, is the love of my life. I don't ... A: I'm sorry that Patches is sick. If you want her to have a chance at living another 5 years, you ... | ||
| hair loss on jack russell | 5/30/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I have an 8 yr old, male jack russell. He is neutered and hair is all white. He has a spot on his ... A: There's really no way to know unless actually seeing it but it could be any number of things from an ... | ||
| potty training stubborn puppy | 5/24/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: Good day! We have recently gotten 2 JRT puppies. A male, 8 weeks old and a female, 7 weeks old. We ... A: You are doing everything you are supposed to!! Keep up the great work!! The only advice I can give ... | ||
| Products to produce Breast milk | 5/19/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: Are there any products or special meals or foods that I can give a female Jack Russell with 5 1 week ... A: no milk.... but yes dairy! Thank you for the rating. Good luck. She should have been eating high ... | ||
| He's coming home! | 5/17/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I brought a JRT pup and had him for over six months before I had to re-home him because I didn't ... A: It's definitely going to be a very hard transition and adjustment for the dog. One on one attention ... | ||
| itchiness | 5/14/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: my JRT long legged is 2yrs he has a constant itch on his back, he keeps going under chairs to ... A: Unfortunately Jack Russells are allergic to many things besides food, but food does seem to be the ... | ||
| Jack Russell | 5/11/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: Annie the Jack Russell has to be separated form my three Maltese, she will sometime attack one of ... A: She (all of the dogs) are most likely adjusting to the new home. They are confused, angry, and not ... | ||
| JRT Allergies | 5/6/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I am finally getting my first JRT and I do know a lot about them other than things they may be ... A: Yes, there sure are! Definitley go GRAIN FREE Here is a website for you to look at, it rates dog ... | ||
| JRT Allergies | 5/6/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: I am finally getting my first JRT and I do know a lot about them other than things they may be ... A: Congrats on your new JRT (hope you got her from a breeder and not a store!) Jacks aren't ... | ||
| Feeding a 1yr old Jack-a-Poo | 5/2/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: My little jack-a-poo is a very fussy eater and very often will go a few days without eating. Vet ... A: Dogs are smarter than us when it comes to eating. They eat when they are hungry only. Your vet is ... | ||
| Keeping a Hurt Jack Russell Quiet | 4/30/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: It was a typical, spring time, idyllic day for a walk. I gathered the kids, an eleven year old ... A: If you aren't a "writer" in your profession, you should be! Your question had me anticipating the ... | ||
| Super Speedy Spotting | 4/22/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: We adopted a three year old Jack Russell (Ralphie) about a month ago. He's been nothing but the ... A: Nikya, Very sweet!! Congratulation on your new Jack!! It's great that his temperament and behavior ... | ||
| Jack Russell terrier crossed with a West Highland Terrier | 4/19/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: Firstly let me thank you for the hours you must put in to help people like myself. I have read ... A: I apologize for the late response, I was away for a few days. Unfortunately I'm not well versed in ... | ||
| Jack Russell mating with Parson Russell | 4/4/2011 | Carol F |
| Q: i have about 2 years old male jack Russell and recently i was gifted a 1 & 2 month old female Parson ... A: To answer your question, YES the female can get pregnant, but not until she goes into heat which ... | ||
Carol F
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Questions on "Jack" Russell Terriers pertaining to their health, well being, general questions on breed, types, size, shape, health, personalities, behavior problems, genetics, so called standard, what to look for when purchasing, and if you would be a good match with this wonderful and unique dog. Too many times, people buy jack puppies because they are absolutely adorable, and then a few months down the road they own this dog that they know nothing about and haven't prepared or trained for. I love the breed and everything about them and hope to provide some help, education and advice to current and prospective owners. I am a veterinary technician, dog trainer and breeder of Jack Russells.
Experience
I own four Jack Russells and I have been working with dogs for 30 years. My personal interest is in helping educate people about the very special qualities of this breed. I advocate education and research of the breed before you buy one, they are wonderful pets if suited with the right person/family. Do your homework first! I can help you determine if you are a good match with this breed. I want people to know also that there are two types of Jack Russells, the Parson hunter with long legs and the Shortie or Russell Terrier and their very distinct differences. I also hope to allay fears about their CRAZY reputations - which is not always the case.
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PLEASE NOTE: I DO NOT ENDORSE THE SALE OF ANY JACK RUSSELLS OR JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES THAT MAY BE ADVERTISED ON THIS PAGE. BEWARE OF PUPPY MILLS OR OTHER PLACES THAT SELL MANY DIFFERENT DOGS OVER THE INTERNET. ALSO I DO NOT ENDORSE ANY VIDEOS OR TRAINING TAPES THAT ARE ADVERTISED ON THIS PAGE. I WILL BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU PICK OUT A REPUTABLE TRAINER/VIDEO SERIES OR EVEN PUPPIES IF PRIVATELY ASKED. I DO NOT ENDORSE ANY SALES ADVERTISEMENTS ON THIS PAGE.
Organizations
Jack Russell Meet Up
Russell Terrier. net
Attleboro Dog Park Committee
No Puppy Mills.com
Humane Society
Education/Credentials
Veterinary Technician -
Newbury College 1982 - 1985
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