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Jackie the Jack Russell came to us from Animal Control.  She looked so sad in her little pen that Judy just couldn't help but snatch her up!

Foster Update:  Jackie is doing so well.  She is off her meds now, no more runny nose and is growing like a little weed. It use to be that when I took her out into the yard she would stay right at my feet. Now she runs out of the house and straight for the yard. She runs all over playing with pine cones, chasing leaves and butterflies. She has become much more independent and curious about her surroundings. She loves my big dogs. They are not allowed to be together in the same area for fear my Danes may step on her, however, they love running over to the fence and meeting nose to nose. She still eats well and is very well behaved. She's crate trained and can go all night (most nights) without soiling her crate. She is indeed a precious little package.

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Jack Russell Terrier was developed in 19th century England by a clergyman named Jack Russell. This feisty little terrier was used to hunt small game, particularly fox, by digging the quarry out of its den. Breeders have emphasized its working ability, so the standard is very broad, encompassing a wide range of accepted body types. On English hunts, the Jack Russell Terriers were supposed to be long-legged enough to keep up with the hounds. The energetic and playful Jack Russell makes a good family companion. The Jack Russell Terrier is a perky, merry, devoted, and loving dog. Spirited and obedient, yet absolutely fearless. Careful and amusing, he enjoys games and playing with toys. Friendly and generally kind to children who have been taught not to tease or strike the dog. They are intelligent, yet willful and determined. They have strong hunting instincts (stronger than your average terrier) and should not be trusted with other small animals. They like to chase and explore. Be careful not to let them off the lead unless they are very well-trained. Jack Russells like to bark and dig. They tend to get restless and destructive if not kept fruitfully occupied and well exercised. Jack Russells climb, which means they can climb over a fence, they also jump. A Jack that stands 12 inches high can easily jump five feet. JRTs are not the breed for a inexperienced dog owner. This is a BIG dog in a little dogs body. The owner needs to be as strong-willed as they are, or this little guy will take over.