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Bailey was adopted from the county shelter as a young puppy..she was later returned as an adult for unknown reasons. Bailey was obviously not socialized properly when she was a puppy and is now very shy and skittish when she meets strangers. It takes her a couple of days to truly warm up to people but she usually loves other dogs on the spot. Bailey will need a loving patient owner whom does not have small children. She really loves other dogs and they help bring out her sweet personality and help her trust more easly.

Foster Update: Bailey was extremely shy and fearful within the first 6 hours of entering my home. I allowed her space and did not attempt to pet and engage her unless she approached me. She quickly bonded to me and less than 2 days later she loves to sit on my lap, cuddle in the bed and play with me. I am able to cut her nails and clean her ears with no problem. She loves to play with toys and chase my cats. Bailey needs a patient and loving owner but one whom will also set boundaries and give her structure. Bailey is fearful when meeting new people and will bark or growl at them. Anyone whom has interacted with her upon arrival in my home or office does not attempt to pet or handle her. She eventually comes up to them and after a couple of interactions over the course of a couple hours or days she gets used to them and becomese their fast friend. I think she would do well in a home with a single person or couple. She does not really need a fenced yard although I would consider her high energy. She prefers to pee and poo on leash with her owner. She is about 98% house broken and will require crating at night for a little bit so she can get on schedule with her new owner. Honestly if someone just gives her one day to acclimate they will find a happy, outgoing, sweet companion.

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.