Things You Should Know Before Buying A Jack Russell Terrier
There is not another pet in the world like a Jack Russell Terrier. A Jack Russell Terrier can give you the loyalty and friendship that you can’t get with another animal. That’s why they deserve special attention. Here are some suggestions to assist you in making sure your Jack Russell Terrier can live the good life.
Think About How You Will Train Your Jack Russell
Consider teaching your Jack Russell Terrier hand signals along with verbal commands. Consistency and practice are key to teaching a Jack Russell Terrier these non-verbal commands.
Many owners get frustrated and resort back to verbal commands, but a well-trained Jack Russell Terrier should understand both. Try using only verbal commands when the Jack Russell Terrier is out of sight range, but when close up, only use the hand signals.
Traveling With Your Jack Russell
Take care to keep your Jack Russell Terrier cool while traveling during the summer by car. Even with your air-conditioning on, the Jack Russell Terrier may become over-heated in his pet carrier. A simple and low-cost countermeasure is freezing a few gallon jugs of water and placing them near him where he can curl up and cool off.
Getting Your Jack Russell Proper ID
If your Jack Russell Terrier gets lost, it is very unlikely that you will see him again unless he has proper identification. Tags can come off, so the best option is a microchip. It is quick to put in your Jack Russell Terrier, and it causes minimal discomfort. Simply register the chip ID after it is put in, and your pet will always have his identification with him.
Jack Russell Adventures
If your Jack Russell Terrier spends a lot of time outdoors, he or she may eventually come in contact with a skunk. If he gets sprayed, mix together: one teaspoon of dishwashing detergent
- a fourth a cup of baking soda
- a quart of hydrogen peroxide solution (but make sure it is no more than three percent).
Apply the mixture to your Jack Russell Terrier’s coat and allow it to sit for five minutes. Wash your Jack Russell Terrier off well afterward.
Only Buy Your Jack Russell From A Verifiable Breeder, Shelter, or Rescue
Be careful if you’re searching for a new Jack Russell Terrier on Craigslist or other classified ads. Many people exaggerate the truth in order to unload problems or challenging training issues and you could end up with an impossible situation on your hands. Only talk to people who are verifiable through vet records and demonstrate positive handling experience.
If you are interested in providing your Jack Russell Terrier with the healthiest of diets and making positive contributions to the earth’s environment, make his food from scratch. You can buy locally grown organic ingredients and provide him all the proteins, carbs and fats he needs with no preservatives while reducing the waste from packaging as well.
Jack Russell’s Need Fenced Yards
If your Jack Russell Terrier is a digger, make sure to protect him and your garden. Some plants are poisonous to Jack Russell Terriers, not to mention the damage those paws can do to your prized flowers and produce. Put up an appropriately sized fence to keep him out or consider using an electric one.
Keep Your Jack Russell’s Ear’s Clean
It is very important for you to keep your Jack Russell Terrier’s ears clean. Keeping the inside of the ears clean will help prevent infections of the ear. This is also a good time for you to inspect the ear for fleas, ticks and any other pests that could have made your Jack Russell Terrier’s ear home.
Jack Russell Terriers are the most wonderful pets around, and most people know that. These social creatures deserve our affection. And if you own one, he deserves your best. Use the information here to make sure that you are doing all you can in order to give your Jack Russell Terrier a truly happy life.
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