Jack Russell Terriers For Dummies

by Deborah Britt-Hay

Overview

This informative guide takes you through the paces of this mega-popular breed that provides comic relief on Frasier. It also includes the highlights of owning a Jack Russell terrier, from its fearless and brainy disposition to the fun it is hunting and playing with this pint-sized powerhouse.

• Explores the history of Jack Russells
• Includes tips about health issues and common illnesses of the breed
• Features an eight-page, four-color insert, plus black-and-white photos and drawings

About the Author:

Deborah Britt-Hay (Poway, California) has owned Jack Russell Terriers for eight years and is a breeder and member of the Jack Russell Terrier Club of America. She hunts with her dogs and is a nationally acclaimed Arabian horse trainer.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781119675617
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	11/06/2019
Series:	For Dummies Books
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Deborah Britt-Hay has been breeding and training Jack Russell Terriers for years. She finds that her dogs make great companions for her family and her horses.

Table of Contents

Introduction.

PART I: Personality Plus! The Basics on Jack Terriers.

Chapter 1: What's a JRT's Temperament Really Like?

Chapter 2: The Telltale Signs of a Jack Russell Terrier.

Chapter 3: A Day in the Life of a JRT.

PART II: It's All in the Details: Tips for Making a Perfect Match.

Chapter 4: Knowing What You Want in a JRT.

Chapter 5: Finding Your Soulmate.

PART III: Setting Out the Welcome Mat.

Chapter 6: Dog-Proofing Your Home.

Chapter 7: House-training Your Jack Russell.

Chapter 8: Obedience Training Your JRT.

Chapter 9: Dealing with Behavioral Problems and Concerns.

PART IV: Creating a Healthy Lifestyle.

Chapter 10: Keeping Your JRT Safe and Sound.

Chapter 11: Feeding Your JRT.

Chapter 12: Exercising Your Jack Russell.

Chapter 13: Grooming Your Jack Terrier.

Chapter 14: Competing in Trials.

Chapter 15: Dealing with Special Concerns.

PART V: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 16: Ten Things to Know about the JRTCA and the AKC.

Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Take a Vacation.

Chapter 18: Ten Great Web Sites to Visit.

Appendix: Recommended Reading and Resources.

Index.

Book Registration Information.