Male or Female Jack Russell Terrier? The Pros and Cons of Each!

[@TerrierOwner]

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[@LoveAuntAshley]

My female Jack Russell (not full blood, she's also 1/2 Mountain Cur and has the Cur brindle coloring) is very much an Alpha female. When the neighbor dogs come over she is usually very...how should I describe this...she likes to be the leader in their playtime (Which is pretty funny when I'm watching her take the lead away from our neighbors huge Malamute who's very passive and chill, when she comes over to play). And she's even like that with me and mom. It's usually her that will bring us her toys and initiates play. And when she's done, she's done. Is their any difference between their prey drive as far as which one has a bigger prey drive? Cocoa is very prey driven. She is always outside chasing birds, squirrels, moles, rats etc and killing them and then bringing them to me to brag about it (and I do mean brag. She'll come over to me, lay whatever animal she got ahold of beside my chair, put her paw on my leg, look at me and grin and the trot proudly and happily out the door 🤣. She's currently outside because she treed a skunk and got sprayed and my mom won't give her a bath; I would but I'm disabled and she doesn't have a leash or harness)

[@Pattiepies55]

My darling boy, who I had for 17 years, was very clingy and loving and so loyal. He adored my five cats. He was perfect and I miss him so much.

[@lindanorris2455]

Yeah. I lost my 18 yr. Old boy last Valentine's day. Awful. Only time will help

[@marlonquintana3466]

I just got mine. 😊 He's golden brown and has tons of energy. 😅 He's so smart, clean, and back when he needs to go the RR. He's also super clingy, and gets anxiety separation.

[@TheChodax]

Sorry for your loss, he sounds amazing, I've been there and understand what it is like to lose such a special boy.

[@littledevil8146]

My boy is 1 year old, he is very clingy and I love it! I hope he will live as long as yours.

[@lianeellis86]

JRT are most definately the best dogs ever. I adore them

[@rachelb2231]

I have a +- 12 year old JR female. I got her at a shelter where she ended with a litter of puppies (that the shelter had already found homes for). They guessed she was two years old- confirmed by my vet. She was extraordinary from day 1. She walked perfectly off leash. Followed me like my shadow. She would come back even if chasing a rabbit or a squirrel. She ignored my 15 year old female maltese, played with my 2 year old GS male. We live in the countryside so no neighbors - first time we had a visitor over, we discovered another side to our JR. She hates everyone not in our immediate family.

[@majestix1230]

I have a 15 year old jack russell he's a boy & still has hella lotta pep in him still. He's very clingy & i love it!❤

[@Dottiesme1954]

Mine too is a 15 y/o male and so loving and clingy. I can never go to the bathroom. LOL

[@jodywebster2592]

Going on 10 year old boy. He will try to sit on my knee in the bathroom if he can 😂 Never alone ❤

[@mattschnitzius1237]

Daisy, our cherished 11y old female is clingy, territorial, very alpha and an excellent hunter. She's also the sweetest cuddler if she's not in protection\hunter mode. Not to mention, she will run young dogs ragged at the dog park. Truly special. I never thought I could love an animal this much.

[@TheChodax]

Yep, they are an incredible breed and Daisy sounds amazing, just what every family needs.

[@lydiatamayo9702]

I to miss MY CHARLIE BROWN I HAD HIM FOR 15YEARS 2 MONTH 3DAYS.HE IS TRUELY LOVE. LYDIA

[@carolmilligan5653]

My female has never had problems with socializing. She loves everyone and every dog and is great with babies and children.

[@ΟλυμπιαΑχμετι]

Same

[@stovegirl1]

I’ve had one that was as he said and right now my new dog loves everyone!

[@ÅÜMRTÏGËR-578]

Same

[@hollytheanimalcrossingfan]

Neither did mine. She even loved the neighborhood cats.

[@EriveraC26]

I have a female and she barks at stray dogs and wants to fight them, but at the beginning of the year we finally allowed our other female dog to interact with her and they became best friends and so playful. We were afraid they wouldn't get along because of the way our jack Russell is and our other female is a dogo argentino.

[@bookertee3057]

My fifteen year old Jack Russell wants to go everywhere with me. She still chases squirrels and puts her nose to the ground to track a rabbit. It changes her demeanor to a hunter mode. She gets that hunting bark and starts tracking with energy. I love to see that she still has that Jack Russell spirit.

[@tommymunoz8819]

I own a male Jack Russell and he is amazing very obedient kind and loving

[@TheChodax]

Had a male Jack Russell for 18 years and he was very alpha when it came to the house and protecting his owners. Outside the house he was incredibly sociable and all the local kids loved him, he'd often run over and steal the soccer ball, then start playing. He was incrediblly loyal, not really needy and didn't always need to follow, but he was great company and always interested in what the family were doing. Sadly he passed away some years back and it has taken me a long time to be ready to get another dog. We got a male Jack Russell called Jasper just 3 weeks ago. He's 11 weeks old, a bit wild and crazy but incredibly affectionate with the family already. He is very sociable but also very needy which I expected as a pup. Oh and he hates cats, from the moment he first saw one he knew that they were the enemy. 😂🤣 We have two lovely cats so we are keeping them apart and just making a very gentle introduction whilst he is on a lead. If they see each other every day for months, get used to the sounds and smells then I think that is half the battle.

[@sally0404]

Sadly our girl Layla crossed the rainbow bridge Monday. She was the sweetest most loyal dog. She was definitely stubborn at times, however she protected us and our space always with her territorial nature. She was definitely the alpha. We had a two year old male yellow Labrador when we adopted her as a puppy and from day one she was in charge of him. They were best friends. We miss them both terribly. They brought us so much joy. My Lab died on Tuesday of a broken heart I think. 💔 It’s been a rough week. Your videos are really helping me heal. Thank you for all your content and sharing your sweet girl with us. ❤

[@kathystevens8163]

I am so very sorry for your losses... 🥺

[@sally0404]

@@kathystevens8163 thank you Kathy. We were devastated. I can finally talk about it without sobbing. God Bless you for reaching out ❤️

[@kathystevens8163]

@Sally It is devastating to lose our treasured pets. It is so extremely difficult.. HUGS!!

[@paige4128]

RIP Layla and Lab...🐶🐶

[@kathystevens8163]

I am so extremely sorry for your losses...💔

[@KristineCole]

We have a male and he is very clingy. He is used to me being here 24/7.

[@angelasierma]

My male Jack Russell is a really good boy he is 17 years and in good health

[@talkingrock7011]

We had a female for 15 years until she had to be put down , it was very difficult to do but she had no quality of life , then we obtained 2 boys and they are a different story in many different ways

[@eldlc08]

My 8mos male jack definitely is in dramatic crying mode whenever anyone of us goes out of the house.. super clingy indeed.

[@FragLord]

I actually have/had the opposite experience. I had 4 jacks, 2 are still alive. 2 male and 2 females. Both male dogs were much more distant and independent than the females. One of the females was extremely unique. She just wanted to play, totally obsessed with the ball, liked to hug, loved to sleep on my tummy in front of the TV. She was the sweetest dog ever, a real sweetheart. I remember she could stand with her 4 paws on one hand when she was little. It's almost 3 years now and I still miss her. The other female I still have is actually her daughter. She's also a sweetheart, but she's a total couch potato :D. The daughter was more playful when she was younger and liked to playfight with her dad. But now she's nearing 15 and she has this Lethal Weapon " i'm too old for this shit" attitude when it comes to playing. But when I walk her, she gets into hunt modus. Tail up and nose on the ground the entire walk. Of the males only 1 was playful, but both of them hated anything that was not our family. Even though all of them were raised with cats in the house and they got along with them, a different cat in the garden would make them go batshit crazy. But again the females less so. In my case the females had more a live and let live attitude when it came to other dogs and animals. As long as no other dog or animal bothered them, they didn't care. They would just straight up ignore other dogs. I remember once a bird flew into our chimney and my mom just lit the fire. So I hastily opened up the fire place and the bird jumped out. There stood my 2 females, the 1 male just died and we didn't have the other boy yet. Both of them just watched that bird like it was normal. Of course I was there, so I don't know what would've happened without me... But for a moment when I opened up the fireplace and i saw the bird jump out. And for a split second I thought, oh boy, this is gonna be a bloodbath. Because both girls were very young and very athletic. Maybe they saw the bird was in distress and because of the smoke, he was kind of douzed and didn't have the energy to panic. I guess that helped alot. Talking of birds. My latest male actually killed a blue bird. He jumped and caught it mid air. Shook it once with his head and the bird was dead. After it was dead, he was like. Job is done, NEXT! Didn't play or try to eat it. Just it was on his turf and birds annoy him :D So male or female. I don't know. My guess is more that dogs are born with a certain character. You can train and bend them or guide them a certain way. But some are just more hardwired to do certain stuff.

[@hollyeldridge1861]

I love watching your videos... until I got Snowie I had never been around a Jack Russell... she is cuddly, affectionate but wow I know instantly when someone is walking by...

[@shirleywarner8831]

In adopted a female Jack Russell she has been wonderful, follows me everywhere and is very affectionate. I adopted a Springer Spaniel female adult at the same time and they love each other . They play together from the time I brought them home in March.

[@Martin-u2g]

My female has gone everywhere with me since she was a puppy, very friendly to everyone except birds cats and gloves.

[@beckysaala821]

So true, the female is more alpha. I have a brother and sister. Sister is the alpha and leads her dog pack. The male is happy to follow along. He IS more clingy and more verbal. Remy (the girl) definitely more territorial. Both are fixed. OH the edit, I forgot to say that she so much smaller than the male Jax. He is way bigger and almost has a Pit face and hers is more delicate. Same litter. It's amazing how different they are.

[@bennieolivier7850]

Love the video and you are spot on. I own a short leg genuine male and he is extremely protective. I was flabbergasted by his cleverness and obedience. The coat shedding is my biggest problem.

[@eugrules]

Normally I only have females. Most recent JRT, is male. He is one of the best terriers I have had, very loving, VERY loyal.

[@logic-facts]

I bought a Miniature Jack Russel a year ago and he is so attached to me. He follows me from room to room. Although he is a crazed lizard and squirrel hunter, he is super lovable to everyone and almost every other dog.

[@rickarnold6704]

I wanted a female but ended up with my boy. He is very territorial but affectionate and while I can leave him alone for a few hrs the excitement to see me when I get home is always heart lifting. He does test my patience and did so from the get go! Thanks for another great episode!

[@Migraime]

I have a male JRT, and he is indeed clingy and owner-oriented, apart from the times when he senses there's some kind of exciting adventure ahead - then he becomes more independent, but always checking out if I'm still there watching his escapades. He's also really friendly and playful with all animals, including stray cats, letting them slap him if they wish and seeing it as some kind of fun interaction :) As for dominance, he's more of a diplomat, carefully assessing the situation and never picking fights he can avoid, but also extremely brave with huge dogs or angry dogs - he just tries to show calming signals and wait until the dog gets to like him, almost never giving up. He might be a bit too assertive in his desire to play, but tries to restrain himself when dealing with nervous, elderly or ill dogs, often being the only friend for local blind or traumatised dogs. However, he can definitely stand up for himself if he sees that he's got a worthy opponent of comparable strength

[@dheyes803]

You actually summed up everything that there is to know about our little monsters. My girls are much more independent why the middle child, the boy is worse that “Cling-Wrap”. He insists on touching the back of my legs when he first gets up in the morning. I cannot move while at my desk because he gets in the knee space, flips over on his back and proceeds to stink up the air while he snores. My oldest female was food aggressive. My youngest daughter also maintains her independence.

[@kimmcdonald2022]

My male jack may he rip was an absolute joy to have. He was quiet, loving and loyal. He was an excellent hunter of rodents.

[@VincentCappetta]

We have a five year old male, has lot of energy loves to be outdoors and play catch. Seven o'clock just want to cuddle up on the couch with us. He is our best buddy.

[@ephraimcamacho9600]

Luna looks like our Chloe. Adorable ❤❤❤ love your info and love your videos ❤

[@brownmut5518]

My very well behaved well socialized gentle giant helped shape the personality and demeanor of my little jack. She's 3 years old now I love their electric energy it really makes my day

[@EriveraC26]

I love my jack russell. She loves hugs and is so playful. I am in awe of how smart and obedient she is. She was a puppy stray when we found her and so happy she became part of our family. She loves the rain. Only downside is she rips through her beds.

[@luhoward]

I have had both female and now a male JRT. Both are/were extremely intelligent and active. Both were wonderful and protective family dogs; however, my male was even more affectionate and clingy than my female. He is also more “ripped” in his musculature and about 2.5 pounds heavier than his female counterpart. Neither were fond of tiny children, but the male is more tolerant of noxious stimuli. I have many dog breeds from purebreds to mutts. JRTs are my favorite. Huge dogs in small bodies with equally large affectionate hearts. ❤

[@Leopuppers]

My little piglet male jack russell is the best cuddler, craziest tug of war and fetch fan. He loves rough playing with our older male australian shepard, best buddies. He loves to take morning naps, and afternoon naps between meals and running around like a cheetah, LOL. Best dogs ever

[@zeinstranator]

Getting a male in few weeks, sounds like my kind of dog👌

[@lisawells9905]

I have a female Jack Russell, Lady. I also have a male cat. They get along alright. Not best friends but don't fight. I let them settle issues just like two kids. Once I stayed out of their issues and in no time they seemed to be ok

[@Etcher]

Brilliant channel! We got a female wire haired JRT last year. We're a family of five - what an incredible addition to our family. She has been an absolute joy. A total pain in the bum too; she knows her own mind more than the kids do! But that's why we love her, it's like having a fourth child.

[@frankcarpediem]

I had a female JRT similar in color and built to your girl. She lived to 15 years old. She was the Alpha dog, territorial, very sociable, and friendly. Loyalty was an issue. She'd hang with anybody that had food. She was very independent. My male shorty -JRT - black and white with some brown coloring is 4 months old. He's very active, highly intelligent, motivate to please, trainable - compared to the female. He will follow our puggle or me around, and doesn't like to be by himself alone. He's much more affectionate than the female. He also is picking up potty training much more easily. I'd take both equally without preference.

[@rhutchinson7762]

I agree with you. I have a male and female JRT. Jackson clings to me like velcro. He is at my feet following me more than Ruby. Lately, Ruby has been clingy because she is in heat. I was hoping to have her spayed soon. All the traits you have mentioned are spot on. I love these videos. I have learned a lot.

[@stefaneinmensch6406]

I have a male Jack Russell and he is extremely territorial. In his territory he does exactly the same things that you told from Luna.

[@bigislerebroker6800]

Im headed to 70yrs having had dogs all my life. I luv terriers (various types). I truly believe our critters are as individual as we are.

[@andrewdegnan7300]

UK here. I have a male Parson RussellTerrier (PRT) of 5 years, and a female of 10 months. They are Uncle and Niece, but are quite different. Both wonderful, truly wonderful. Every dog will be different, just make them confident in the world by early exposure to everything, gently with encouragement. Livestock, traffic, plastic sheets blowing in the wind, and people / dogs of course! No dog is perfectly behaved so cut yourself some slack too, just watch for signs and patterns. A certain breed of dog that had a pop at them when young, a certain place that scared them, DPD delivery drivers (the male has an issue until he says hello). The female we have is very small compared to the male but tries to dominate him all the time. He tries to put her in her place but can’t go as far as making her squeal even! He puts up with a lot of crap but we reassure him if he fights back. Mostly it is play but she is really annoying sometimes so we let her know that’s not on. The male was a lively boy and well socialised up at 18 months suddenly left his precious ball (our training secret) to dominate another dog by gripping its back and humping. The owner freaked out, as did I coz he’d never shown a sign of that. No harm done, it wasn’t aggression just dominance. Gripping with teeth but no mark - but his balls had to go. Best move ever - we can trust him everywhere and when off the street he is off the lead. Happy us, happy boy. The little lady has never shown fear or aggression to any dog or human. She certainly isn’t scared of our boy either. Generally she is easier so far, but she has a role model and a ready play mate. Her first season was pretty easy (dog pants help in the house) but we were careful outdoors with other dogs in case Uncle got protective. Our experience is they are different up neither is more trouble, it is likely to be your behaviour or lack of training that is the problem. The one exception is male castration - experienced, quality breeders will tell you often it is in the dogs best interests to have a happy and fulfilled life. I did it with a heavy heart as we’d love have bred from him but I have no regrets. We have saying in this house when we see them both crashed out on the sofa/chair/floor in the evening - we’ve done our job. If you don’t do your job they’ll let you know, if you do they are a pleasure. Walking a dog whilst chatting on the phone etc. ? Choose another breed, JRT /PRT will mess you up. Want a dog to get face to face with, tug play, chase ball, physically wrestle with, play fight, then cuddle on the sofa and squash up to you on the bed? Go for it !

[@myracarrier8550]

I adopted a jack Russell mix 2 years ago. She had been "dumped" so she was returned to the spca when found. She is now 7 years old. I love her so much! She has personality plus! She's definitely a cuddle! She's very small as I am used to bulky breeds and Goldens. I've had 2 other smaller breed rescues but none as little as she is. I am afraid of picking her up sometimes. She also appears nervous about being picked up. Is there a "right" way of picking her up. My husband won't even attempt to pick her up

[@bellecraig]

I have had JRTs for over 18 years, both male & female, including having had 3 females in the home at the same time. I absolutely love the breed, their superior intelligence, spunky attitude and seemingly human like understanding, perception ability and reactions/expression. It's essential to begin socialization early on as puppies because once they reach adult maturity you can't change their mindset about specific matters; although you can change/modify some behaviors (reactions) through proper training and consistency, they will always feel the same internally regarding a specific situation (unfamiliar household guests, other dogs, resource guarding, etc.) and will frequently revert to their previous response, requiring re-training. Something to keep in mind most people are unaware of regarding females is that they frequently become more aggressive after they have been spayed. Don't misunderstand, I am all for spaying/neutering pets and all of mine have been spayed/neutered after they have reached maturity (after 18 months of age because they need the hormones secreted by their reproductive organs to lessen the chance of getting certain cancers and chronic diseases), but it is absolutely true that females do become progressively more aggressive as they age after being spayed. I have experience this myself, as have many other JRT owners and it has been noted in veterinarian journals as well. Just something to keep in mind when choosing which sex you may prefer.

[@lianeellis86]

My male JR is now 15 months old. Highly intelligent, very jealous. Loving, playful and full of energy. Very protective. He is super spoiled and loved. However, more stubborn than the 2 female JRs we had previously. They were super obedient. Maybe this one is influenced by big brother dachshund cross, who simply ignores me flat when he feels like it... bad influence...

[@milliehummer4713]

My female JRT was one of the sweetest dogs I have ever known. She loved children & was very protective of them. She didn’t get along with other dogs that she didn’t know but loved the cat. She annoyed our Siamese cat as a puppy but was soon “trained” by her.

[@andrewparry814]

We have a male Jack Russell who came from our local rescue centre when he was just over a year old (they guessed). I wouldn't say he was clingy, he just wants to be our companion in all we do. To that end, he loves travelling - by car, train, bus. Loves caravanning too, and is less territorial then.

[@mnj640]

She sounds like my Aussie Terrier

[@brandoncreek5709]

My Jack Russel is about 5 now and she is CLINGY. Bad separation anxiety and has to be with me at all times when I'm in the house lol. Definitely 100% accurate on the dominance too. She has to be the boss if any other dogs are around, especially bigger ones 😂

[@karenmaggiola6254]

Your video was right on!! I have a female and male jr. The female with out a doubt rules the house. The male will put up with it to a point and then he’ll put her in her place. It’s interesting in how different their personalities are.

[@marciesellers7340]

My female JR is so smart and bossy! She is still a baby! She hates shoes! She tries to bite my shoes all of the time. She stops when I pull them off. Lol! What gives?! My toes! 😂😇♥️

[@malinisrinivas7430]

Our jack russell Pluto completed his 7 th month on June 1st ,he was very obedient and worshipped my son,I had not seen dogs like this as i have female dog Maya also Our bad luck he met an accident and left us in pool of sadness Jack Russell are highly energetic and their love is unconditional

[@TelecasterLPGTop]

My female is a dead ringer for Luna, she's sleek and athletic looking a pretty and cute looking dog women love her. She was a rescued dog and came to me trained & very obedient. There are a lot of JR Xs where I live and most of them are fairly trim none are excessively overweight I assume that they get plenty of exercise.

[@KrisBL-rk8hi]

We have a 3yr old male mini Jack Russel. He is full grown at 10lbs! We love him and his name is Kash!

[@TonyBurke100]

My female is a dead ringer for Luna except for the brown markings on her head. She's very protective and extremely territorial especially when it comes to our mobility scooter that she rides on when we cross busy roads. She's very sleek looking and athletic a good looking dog and I watch her diet so that she doesn't get overweight. Very obedient she obeys commands immediately I don't have to repeat myself she's a joy to be with in public.

[@joanalloway36]

We just got our girl 3 months ago and she is my baby at 18 months old. And she friendly and loves everyone but had problem with one of our cats at first now they actually play together 😃

[@alextaylor3815]

Our Jack is 10 and a male with the black mask. He’s a savage. No recall what’s so ever😅

[@aimeegramblin1051]

Love your videos! Our Jackchi is 2 years old. He’s smart and stubborn and a little lovebug. I’d say he’s less clingy than Luna, lol. He can chill on the couch for long stretches or snuggle with his big (60 lb) sister. It was interesting reading about the boy’s builds being stockier. Nugget is 15 pounds and kind of tall looking to me. I wonder if there’s another breed there-we did adopt him from a rescue. He loves to sleep under the covers. He’s extremely territorial. So much so that I finally took him to dog school. Smart move. I was doubting his smarts but he is super smart & stubborn. But, school teaches us how to work with the stubborn streak. I have physical limitations and he doesn’t get as much exercise as he’d like. But, car rides seem to help ease his need for adventure and backyard sprints help get energy out. Let’s see. He’s not a picky eater. He is finally finding his voice and starting to talk & howl more. So cute!

[@Eriu-88-88-]

Picking up a white 6 week female tomorow.

[@chibiu5881]

I have 2.5 year old male that's 11.5 lbs. My first JRT. He's very mellow and gets along well with my female mutts. He doesn't bark much or have an attitude, nor is he stubborn. We run 3 miles a day on weekdays and 5 miles on weekends. He sleeps at the foot of the bed and is not very clingy. Maybe mine is not "normal," but he's my little dude.

[@christinegaardsted269]

Love listening to you even though only recently began following you, I have a little (and I mean little for a male) jack russell who is almost 18 months and have had him since he was a puppy and he is my little man❤ he came highly socialised and has maintained this loves other dogs, cats and people,follows some requests along with being somewhat stubborn 😅 follows me everywhere and thinks the world revolves around him (and often does,my bad) I’ve never, ever had a dog quite like him and I love him immensely ❤hoping that you keep going with your channel as loving to see you and Luna ❤

[@hollytheanimalcrossingfan]

As someone who had both a female and male jack Russell (sadly both passed) and yeah, their personalities where vastly different. My female jack Russell was kind, gentle and was well behaved. She was also "protective" but would sleep in shifts in my parents room and then my room. My male dog was extremely hyper, loved to play and was unfortunately protective. After we got him fixed, that last part wasn't a problem.

[@shelleysparks210]

My young (< 2 yrs) male’s bestie is a Siamese cat. They play & occasionally fight & then cuddle up and nap together. He’s friendly with my 2 older dogs (>12 yrs), but jealous & intervening when I pet them in front of him.

[@presort1]

I have a female Jack Russell and she turned 14 this past June 2024. I have owned dogs my entire life and I am 80 years old. In general, it's my experience is that females are more likely to stay near home, whereas males may look for a mate when females are in season. I was warned that Jack Russells need lots of exercise and because of my age, I shouldn't get a Jack. 14 years ago I found her at the animal shelter and stopped by the vet on my way home. The Vet estimated her age to be 4 months old based on the fact that she still had some of her baby teeth. On day one she was eager to please and brought me 6 shoes one at a time and I rewarded her each time. On day two I bought 10 frisbees and with no training from me as I threw these frisbees she chased and sometimes caught and brought back each. She became a big hit with the neighbor kids when I allowed them to throw the frisbees. She was full of energy back then, these days if I throw one she will go and get it but she won't bring it back. old age will do that to you. She follows me everywhere and that is okay with me.

[@tedalexander6592]

I can confirm, since I grew up with a male and female Jack, males are more clingy than females. Our female did not like to cuddle unless it was her chose which was rare. Our male LOVED to cuddle and wanted to be with someone all the time and did not like it when we left the house.

[@starsunderwater]

I have had 1 female and 2 males over 25 years. Not certified JRT but obvious JRT look. My first girl guarded me as a resource- it had it’s pros and cons. My 2nd boy was a corgi cross rescue and has the biggest personality. Everyone fell in love with him. Mt 21 months Stormie is highly intelligent and I take him to obedience classes and am constantly looking for things to teach him. He needs his brain occupied, his body exercised (flat out runs next to my bike or chasing a ball/other dogs), and socialising. He is not good at being home alone though. Since my elderly boy Opie passed in Feb (Stormie was 17 months) he has struggled to settle at home and is hyper focused on me. So much so that he stares at the doors I may enter through and doesn’t relax. Have tried everything- all the usual separation anxiety training- treats in puzzles, radio, starting slow etc etc. whilst adjusting to life without Opie we have stayed at my cousin’s a lot (2 young dogs- kelpieX and Cavoodle)…. He seems to need a canine mate but 2 dogs is so much work on my own!! He has Tenterfield terrier in him, and is the most attentive obedient pup I have had. He is a joy to train. A little anxious around tall men and people that say hello and lean over him…. He is a cute pup and people can’t help themselves!!

[@ivyfrimodig7118]

Did you end up getting Another Russell? My dog has also experienced a loss and is depressed, I hate leaving him alone all day and watch just sit there.

[@alancran7612]

I had 2 jack russels for 14 years - a male and a female. They were wonderful dogs and they spent all their time together. 2 weeks ago the female died and a week later the male died and they are both buried together in my garden.

[@JustLookingAtYou]

I just lost my 15.5 yr old Female JRT, Missy on 8/30/24. Her brother/husband, (bruzband) JRT, Jack was 14 when we lost him in 2021. Both completely different personalities. Both complementary to each other. Jack was great with all animals and would chase deer for over an hour before returning home. He helped herd chickens and goats too! Whereas, Missy hated cats (killed 1), lizards, snakes, rodents, flying birds, and strange dogs. She was great with people and accepted everyone without hesitation. She hated to travel and often hyperventilated and sought the smallest & tightest place to hide. Prescription meds caused internal bleeding so she got high instead with medicinals formulated for her. I miss them both in ways that are indescribable. A bind with a JRT is unlike any of the previous vreeds I've raised and loved. Huskies, Malamutes, GSD, Rotties, Wolf hybrids, Labs, Aussie Shepherds, Yorkies, Belgian Shepherds, Greyhounds, Whippets, all great breeds but nothing remotely close to a JRT. Hands down one of the top breeds! Sorry for your loss. You'll have a lifetime of love and memories to fall back on knowing that you were loved by them and they by you. 🥰

[@sharonsteele8915]

Both my male and female are territorial, they don't like other animals or people anywhere near the house/yard.. great protectors..they are both so lovable with me.. the vet told me my male needs to loose weight, he is at 30 pounds the female is at 20.. they are both fixed.. male is 2 years old and his daughter is 1 year old

[@tomdavis3038]

They are both equally crazy! Cheers

[@beverlybartlett2756]

People would tell me their dogs were friendly but I don’t know what Katie did (I never figured it out) but they would definitely not be friendly. Sadly, my girl passed a month before her 17th birthday. I miss her. My stubborn, independent Jack!

[@sandracalleja9202]

I have a male jack Russell puppy he is 5 months old he is certainly clinging he likes to follow me everywhere he is so energetic and active and very clever you are very right with the difference between males and females thanks for giving your advice l really love listening and watching all your videos love them all thanks Sandra 😊

[@AxllsFly]

My female terrier is clingy, possessive, territorial and dependant.

[@marissaward6238]

My Jack Russell is super playful, and barks at other creatures none stop! But it is not aggressive, its excitement she ONLY wants to play 24/7. We desperately want another dog for her to play with. I just have no Idea what dog I could get for her!

[@erinstorm7693]

Another jack russell ! Duh ! Lol

[@juliebyerly9412]

I've had 2 females. Our first was pretty independent and only wanted cuddling on her terms. The one we have now is extremely affectionate, like Luna. So I suppose it may be a dog personality thing. Thanks for sharing Luna's weight. Our first one ping ponged from 18 to 20. The one we have now is 24, and although she's not fat at all, it got me worried that she was over 20 lbs. Is that normal?

[@onion6foot]

My late female wanted to be in the middle of everything. Loved attention. Very smart and liked to do all her "tricks". I worked with her A LOT from the beginning. She did food and sofa guard, so she was best not allowed on the sofa on her own. No bones or other chew items, as she seemed to undergo brain change. She was territorial if workmen crossed her little yard. Hated her nails trimmed!!! She was 12 lbs, smooth coated. Had many health issues. Legg Perthe surgery at age one year and patella issues. Lived to age 15. I miss her.

[@kellyelce4997]

I have a female Jack Russell & everything you just said held so very true to my dog! Now I do have a kind of embarrassing question to ask other owners of female JR terriers but I'm wondering if your dogs even when spayed like mine is wondering if your female JR terriers try to hump your male friends or your friends male dogs? I got this dog from my ex husband we had separated and when he moved out I kept our female choc lab/English Mastiff dog, so he got this Jack Russell! well because we were still trying to work on marriage, he & her still would stay at our house once & awhile well she kept trying to get up on him & he'd push her away! I told him to stop being mean to her & he said that she needed to learn she wasn't going to hump his back! I told him he crazy & thst not what she doing! Well we ended up getting divorced! Then a few years later I had to have my lab/Mastiff put down he had moved out of town leaving this JR w/his dad so I asked if I could have her since other dog was put down and he said yes! It was then that I realized he wasn't making that shit up! Even though she fixed she tries humping all my male friends! It gets rather embarrassing! Just wondering if anyone else's FEMALE JR terriers does this too or is it just mine that does this embarrassing act?

[@eleanorrigby1629]

My female JRT is definitely asserting some dominance, especially now that she's in heat. She is not listening well and her recall is much worse. Kind of struggling in this department- any pointers would be appreciated. I'm not planning on getting her fixed as of now. She is very good with other dogs and with people.

[@ronnieberg2277]

We have two Jack Russell's Rex male 2 years and Peanut female 1 and a half years old they get along great both were gotten as puppies they play and sleep together eat together only dominance we ever see is Peanut will sit on Rex's head they play fight but never get mean or overly aggressive great loving dogs

[@TallyRocky]

Why do you always have your hand on that dog’s neck? Just curious.

[@NeillMartin65]

We have now had two Jack Russell’s and they are like chalk and cheese the first didn’t have a bad bone in his body was so loyal and loving had no aggression to anything. We now have a year and a half Jack Russell he is so different and has been challenging he is quite nervous but very dominant in the house he actually was growling at us etc and bit my wife in two occasions we got a behaviourist in and he is now much better dissent growl any more and accepts he has to do what he is told. He is strange though and not very affectionate as are last one was . He suffers from startle reflex if he’s asleep under your feet and you don’t notice he goes for your feet . He is always following me everywhere and is great on walks. We do miss our old affectionate and predictable Jack Russell but are hoping as he gets a bit older he will soften a bit . Anyone else had issues like this?

[@rachelharris920]

My male is standoffish sometimes when I try to pick him up he will runaway he's does not listen at times and also sometimes he will move his head away when I try to kiss him or cuddle him it makes me feel that he don't like me.. iv had him since he was a tiny pup he's not 7 months. He can be affectionate sometimes. He follows me everywhere..

[@vivopolis7563]

Luna is a very good girl!

[@rayscott7655]

I prefer a female if indoors! My rough coat JRT is potty paper trained. It’s harder for a male to hit the paper! Raised Shetland Sheepdogs 30 years ago, and the potty train in was easier with females!

[@alancran7612]

The solotion is get a male and a female because a Jack Russel needs company or they can be really difficult dogs.

[@robertbarlow6715]

I have a female we live in the country and have four big yellow eyed curr dogs. She thinks she is the Boss but I know better the currs just let her think that. Mine goes everywhere with me she loves camp we have on the farm. Protective as they get.

[@casanova2232]

Blessings to you your family and friends and I hope you have plenty turkey and drinks..☺️👍🇬🇧

[@chrismast5626]

Beautiful jrt you have

[@nigelthornberry7695]

I'm sorry I just can't concentrate on what your saying because of your beautiful princess on your lap. The way she's looking up at you with the purest of love in her little eyes then going for a cheeky kiss 😂 can I borrow your dog lol cmon lol

[@bht824]

Ive had the pleasure of owning a female and now a male JRT. My female passed suddenly at 2 1/2 years old😭 I have never recovered from the loss. It’s been almost 10 years. I waited a year to continue life with another pup. This time a male. My Duke is totally different from my dear Dixe. She had more patience for training and was very protective of the yard and the kids. I would call it the “mother side”. Duke is more cuddly and less patient with the kids. He always looks for approval for every little thing before he does it. Dixie did what she wanted and when she wanted. I believe that would’ve changed had she been with me longer. I can say after the loss my Dixie girl, I would only get males in honour of her. She was my one and only female pup. ❤ Duke is 8 1/2 and when he goes the dog park in the sky I will get another male when the time is right.

[@tammylee9617]

Aww sorry for your loss..its really hard when we lose dogs but in my opinion its even worse when they go suddenly and early and unexpectedly..lost my pomeranian when she was 5 about a year ago..still very painful as I was pretty close to her..starting to get the dog itch again but definitely still miss my pom..in your opinion do you think it was too soon for you for a new dog or do you feel ok when you got the new one and now?

[@bht824]

@@tammylee9617 I was 100% ready. I wanted to not feel like I was gonna compare the two. Duke is very different then Dixie. And I couldn’t be more happier.

[@brettupthagrove1873]

I found that my female doesn't like to listen I think that's where the independence comes in. What I mean I have trained her to be a good dog and she's like a little kid in the grocery store who loses their parents as she loses sight of me and runs back to me. But it's like when I'm trying to drive she tries to crawl up in my lap. I push her down to my side and I have to do that push her across the side of the truck a lot and she still does it never has learned

[@Etcher]

That's love! She can't even stay out of your lap in the truck, she knows she's just ignoring the rules

[@vanessabrown7219]

I've had 2 females, and both were/are super clingy

[@ephraimcamacho9600]

Our Chloe is just like Luna. JACKRUSSEL are so smart so much energy. Chloe is 15-16 lbs . Spoiled rotten😂😂😂❤

[@marktarascio4766]

My male JR is a good hunter .on his property..1 bird ..2 snakes ..5 turtles...1 possom...2 frogs...hes 1 1/2 yrs old.But he will sit in youre lap or bed with you all day long.😊

[@amymullins6325]

Willie is very clingy to me and also to my husband when he's home on weekends. He is very territorial and is always marking his territory 🙄 I would appreciate any tips to help with that problem.

[@shannoncantwell6934]

I have a male that marks his territory too. I need help also. He’s better than he was when I first brought him home but still.

[@karennewton7717]

I was advised by the vet to have my boy nuetered at about 6 or 7months old for that and other reasons. It also stops aggressive behavior, the desire to wander and prostate cancer in the latter years...... He, Archie, is a delightful 7month old pup. I am so very loved....!!!!

[@amymullins6325]

@Karen Newton my vet has 4 JRT's currently and has had others in the past, she recommended we wait until Willie is 3-4 years old, so that's what I've waited on. He has gotten better about it recently. I think he was stressed about some household changes with one of my adult daughters moving back home.

[@cathy-anne7262]

Do you think having two Jacks (females) is a good idea

[@onyx_bug_xo.1072]

My male is very calm with humans and hates other dogs with a passion. My female hates people who aren't her owner, but loves other dogs. She does however try to hump them all the time 😂😂😂😂. They are both very much lapdogs. They never leave me be. I love it. They cuddle me all the time and sleep in my bed. ❤

[@negrulucian-sebastian9809]

Milo al meu are 2,7 ani un Jack Parson terier foarte iubaret foarte inteligent foarte protector dar agresiv cu alti catei el se considera un Alfa ...teritorial doar afara in casa stie ca eu sunt boos 🥰🥰🤣🤣

[@isabelfidalgo9255]

I had a female jack russell for 13 years she Was the love of my life só when i lost her i was heart broken i decide to get another one but. Now i am having problems this one is very territorial she attacks my Yorkie when she is in the yard and a strange dog goes By i dont know how to fix this problem

[@jennholden-myers1631]

Josiah is more clingy and has more of a separation anxiety. Jesse is fine she is happy to be the propety perimeter princess and house protector. The alpha behavior is equal with my 2. Jesse is the sweetest until there is any type of tool or cleaning object. Then she is a killer! She is also the killer of rodents where Josiah has the heart, he is not a killer of rodents or wild animals. Jesse is more independent & territorial as you said, but both are clingy for attention. I learned that female JRTs tend to calm the males down more, which idk how true that is. But when it comes to certain things I think there is a mutual respect with my two. They will team up on all the vacuum, garden tools,etc. Jesse is definitely the one to try n kill everything and Jo is more observed and let's her be the aggressive one. Josiah is the older sibling by 1 litter, same parents. They are 6mo apart as Jesse's litter was an accident, the stud slipped out of his diaper and locked up with the female. We we're blessed there bc it was usually a 2 year waiting period between litters. When we go to dog parks they kind of reverse, where Jesse is the super social and sweet, and Jo likes to be an alpha male. We have to walk Jo a mile or so b4 we do parks as he tends to nip at dogs to be the alpha, a walk tones him down so that when we release him in the park he's not a lil dominant butt head. We don't really do dog parks as much anymore since we moved. Our new back yard is the size of a dog park now. We are grateful for that! But we still do dog parks in the summers to keep them socialized. Jo is 15 lbs where Jesse was the runt so she is all of 9lbs (except winter where she gains a pound or two due to less walking). This spring I plan to build some sort of obstacle course in our back yard to wear them out and to get us all back down weight wise. My JRTs are the smooth coat short legged Russell's. I love Luna, everytime I see her it's like looking at my 2s cousin, which technically she is! My JRTs came from Shelby, MI. And they are great dogs!

[@laurac5037]

A female Jack Russell terrier will love you. A male Jack Russell terrier will WORSHIP you.

[@jayneshort8603]

Luna