What About Jack Russell Terriers: The Joys and Realities of Living with a JRT
Why are Jack Russell Terriers so popular?
How much does it cost to keep a JRT?
What kind of behavioral problems do JRTs have?
That little Jack Russell Terrier puppy is so adorable-but is he the right dog for you? Many prospective dog owners don't ask the questions they should when they're deciding to bring a new puppy home. Now, the What About? series is here to help you understand the real-life implications of your decision, saving you time, money, and potential heartache-and protecting you and the dog from the consequences of an inappropriate choice.
Drawing upon the expertise of Jack Russell Terrier breeders, owners, rescue organizations, veterinarians, and trainers, What About Jack Russell Terriers? provides honest, reliable advice on what it's really like to own a JRT-no punches pulled. In a friendly, easy-to-follow Q&A format, author Audrey Pavia offers solid, proven guidance on everything you need to know about raising a JRT, including:
- Breed characteristics
- Behavior
- Costs of ownership
- Development in all life stages
- Diet
- Exercise requirements
- Genetics and why it's important
- Health and general care
- Temperament
- Training requirements
- Working with behaviorists, trainers, and veterinarians
Book details
- Author
- Audrey Pavia
- Imprint
- Howell Book House, an imprint of Turner Publishing Company
- Published
- Pages
- 162
- Formats
- Paperback, Hardcover
- Series
- What About?
- Subjects
- Pets › Dogs › Breeds
- Topics
- dog breeds · dog training · dog behavior · dog health · dog grooming · pet ownership · choosing a dog
- ISBN-13
- 9780764540899 (Paperback)9781630262556 (Hardcover)
About the author
AUDREY PAVIA is a former editor of Horse Illustrated magazine and the author of more than 23 books about animals, including Trail Riding: A Complete Guide, Horseback Riding For Dummies and Horses For Dummies.
Pavia has received writing awards from American Horse Publications, the Cat Writers Association, the American Quarter Horse Association, and the Dog Writers Association of America. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from New York University and has also served as managing editor of Dog Fancy magazine and senior editor of the American Kennel Club Gazette.
Audrey lives in Norco, California.
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