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‘I have to have one of these dogs.’” By virtue of their boundless energy
and relentless playfulness, Jack Russells have earned a devoted following. They’re exceptionally bright and easy to train. Robinson also notes that terriers don’t drool or shed much.
That said, Jack Russells are attention hounds and get into mischief if they’re left alone. They bark a lot and like to chase cats, squirrels, skunks and other moving objects. They require lots of exercise and usually don’t fare well in apartments. “They don’t take an inch— they take a mile,” Robinson says. “They definitely have high energy. They want to fetch a ball, run around. Don’t get a Jack Russell if you’re a couch potato.”
She was 22 when she brought home Jessica, her first Jack Russell, a faithful companion who lived to be 18. Her relationship with Jessica was so rewarding, she’s never been continued on page 46
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