Jack Russell Terrier
ChienPetitPoids 5–8 kgEspérance 13–16 ans
A fox-digging small steel cannon — boundless energy and long life. Watch knees, inherited eye disease and deafness screening; under-exercised dogs develop behavior problems.
Tempérament : Fearless and tireless, smart and stubborn, needs a job
🩺 Maladies fréquentes et risques
Fréquent
Patellar luxation / Legg-Perthes
Hind-limb limping — joints first
Fréquent
Primary lens luxation
Hereditary eye disease that can cause glaucoma — screen
À surveiller
Hereditary deafness
BAER test available for puppies
Fréquent
Periodontal disease
Small dense teeth need care
📋 Dépistages conseillés et fréquence
- #1Knee check (annual)
- #2Eye screening (annual)
- #3Dental check (twice yearly)
🍚 Nutrition
High-energy small-breed food, portioned to activity.
🛁 Soins quotidiens
Daily exercise plus brain work is mandatory; easy short coat.
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