Jack Russell Terrier: Your Happy Healthy Pet^TM, 2nd Edition

by Catherine Romaine Brown

• ISBN13: 9780471793571
• ISBN10: 0471793574
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2006-06-01
• Publisher: Howell Book House

Summary

Your Happy Healthy Pet The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Jack Russell Terriers (JRTs) demand a lot of attention and activity, but offer a lot of affection and constant amusement. This guide fills you in on the breed's needs and attributes, covering: * The JRT's irrepressible hunting dog instincts and character * Tips for selecting a JRT puppy or adult dog * Things you'll need to make your pup one of the family * Pointers on feeding, grooming, and healthcare * Training and housetraining your JRT * Bonus chapters available on companion Web site Single-minded, energetic, and intent, the JRT may try your patience. But then she does her canine comedy or snuggles up affectionately and captures your heart.

Table of Contents

The World of the Jack Russell Terrier

What Is a Jack Russell Terrier?

A Hunting Dog

Active, Determined Companions

JRTs and Children

Not a Latchkey Dog

The Jack Russell Terrier Standard

The Jack Russell's History

The Fox Terrier

The Reverend Jack Russell

After Jack Russell

JRTs in America

Why Choose a Jack Russell Terrier?

Not an Apartment Dog

Courageous and Reckless

Two Jack Russells?

Jack Russell Puppies

Other Pets

Thriving on Praise

Choosing Your Jack Russell Terrier

JRTCA Breeders

Jack Russell Rescue

Where Not to Get a Jack Russell

Caring for Your Jack Russell Terrier

Bringing Home Your Jack Russell Terrier

Time to Shop

Puppy Essentials

Puppy-Proofing

The Big Day

Puppy-Proofing Your Home

Crate Training

Routine

Bringing Home an Adult Dog

Feeding Your Jack Russell Terrier

Feeding Your Jack Russell Puppy

Feeding the Older Jack Russell

Free Feeding?

What to Feed Your JRT

Reading Dog Food Labels

Grooming Your Jack Russell Terrier

The Jack Russell Coat

Bathing

How to Trim Nails

Dealing with Parasites

Making Your Environment Flea Free

Keeping Your Jack Russell Terrier Healthy

Preventive Care

Internal Parasites

Problems Seen in the Jack Russell

First-Aid Situations

How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit

When to Call the Veterinarian

Dogfights

Spaying and Neutering

Enjoying Your Jack Russell Terrier

Training Your Jack Russell Terrier

Understanding Builds the Bond

Practical Commands for Family Pets

Training for Attention

Teaching Cooperation

Housetraining Your Jack Russell Terrier

Your Housetraining Shopping List

The First Day

Confine Your Pup

Watch Your Pup

Accidents Happen

Scheduling Basics

Appendix: Learning More About Your Jack Russell Terrier

Some Good Books

Magazines

Clubs and Registries

Web Sites

Index

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