The smooth variety sheds the most, while rough and broken coated dogs need to be hand stripped to remove the majority of the loose hair.
Real Jack Russells come in three coat varieties: smooth, broken and rough. It is very playful and intelligent, making it an ideal companion for an active person with a good sense of humor who wants a lot of entertainment and mischief in one dog. It is a true hunter at heart and will explore, wander, chase, and dig when it gets a chance. The breed thrives on action and adventure, while often getting itself into trouble.
They were bred for fox hunting and are also commonly used for ratting around horse stables. Jack Russell Terriers are small dogs with big attitudes.
Official artwork of the Jack Russell Terrier
