Jack Russell Terrier: Your Happy Healthy Pet (Happy Healthy Pet, 45)

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. Provides practical guidance for selecting and caring for a Jack Russell terrier, covering the history of the breed, temperament, home preparation, feeding, grooming, health, housetraining, basic behavior training, and interaction An authoritative guide to dogs that are small in size but big in attitude. Catherine Romaine Brown (Livonia, NY) is a member of the Board of Directors for the Jack Russell Terrier Club of America