Jack Russell Terrier For Sale in Oregon (25) - Page 3 (2024)

FAQs

What is the average price of a Jack Russell Terrier? ›

If you're set on a Jack Russell Terrier puppy, expect to pay anywhere from $800 to $2000 to purchase your puppy from a breeder. A puppy's price depends on factors like the breeder's reputation, the puppy's pedigree, and their coat type. Wire-haired Jack Russells tend to be slightly more expensive.

Jack Russell price

If you are looking to buy a Jack Russell you would need to pay anything from £250 to over £500 for a well-bred pedigree puppy.

(For what it's worth, the UK Kennel Club has kept things simple.) The average lifespan for a Jack Russell is around 13–16 years, which isn't too shabby for a purebred dog! And with proper care, they can live even longer.

It was named for the Rev. John Russell, an avid hunter who created the breed. Though it is not known which dogs he crossbred, it is believed that Bull Terriers and Beagles were among the breeds used.

Jack Russells are small, smart and, in true Terrier style, often like to make themselves heard. With their feisty personalities, they aren't always suited to homes with young children or small pets but their loyal and energetic personalities do make them a popular family pet.

A solitary or sedate lifestyle isn't suited to the Jack Russell. Too little exercise, companionship and mental stimulation will lead to boredom… and when they get bored they tend to amuse themselves by digging or making a mess. It's important to have a backyard for them to run, play, hunt and let off some steam.

Jack Russell Terriers can suffer from serious eye diseases such as lens luxation and cataracts, joint diseases such as luxating patella, heart disease, epilepsy, and more.

Jack Russell Terriers are susceptible to bacterial and viral infections — the same ones that all dogs can get — such as parvo, rabies, and distemper. Many of these infections are preventable through vaccination, which we will recommend based on the diseases we see in our area, her age, and other factors.

Lap dogs such as the Chihuahua, Yorkshire terrier, bichon frise or Shih Tzu are small, highly social dogs that are similar in size and intelligence to the Jack Russell terrier. When the Jack Russell and the lap dog grow up together, they can make excellent companions.

Do Jack Russells bark a lot? Well yes, it's a fact JR owners know all too well, they are bred to bark to let the hunter know they have found prey. A Jack Russell bark is part of your dog's character and, when it's not excessive, is completely normal behaviour.

Are Jack Russells one-person dogs? ›

Jack Russells are really active dogs and despite their smaller size they have bundles of energy. They form really strong bonds with their owners so ideally need someone around the home all day to keep them company.

Breeder Reputation: Reputable breeders who specialize in Jack Russell Terriers often command higher prices for well-bred puppies. Their commitment to breeding healthy and well-socialized dogs justifies the investment.

What is the most expensive dog breed in the world? The most expensive dog ever sold was a red Tibetan Mastiff named Big Splash going for $1.5 million.

Jack Russell terriers are tough, tenacious, athletic, and super friendly. This energetic dog was bred to be a working dog and still displays the cleverness that made it a highly-sought after hunting dog back in the early 19th century. If you own a JRT you know your pup thrives on attention and completing tasks.