In the early 19th century, an English church "hunting priest" named Jack Russell in Devon County improved the product's breed, so it was called the Jack Russell Terrier. Lassier, who is passionate about fox hunting, is not satisfied with the breed of hunting dogs, and hopes to get a dog that has a strong fighting spirit and can chase prey in burrows, and is brave and alert. So, how can we take good care of our pet dog Jack Russell Terrier?

Jack Russell Terrier

1. Spring

Spring is the season for Russell Terriers to come into heat, mate, breed and moult. Pay attention to the management of dogs in heat, comb their coats, and prevent skin diseases.

When Russell Terriers are in estrus, their physiological functions and daily behaviors often undergo some special changes. Female dogs in estrus will wander around and should be watched carefully, especially fine purebred dogs. They should not be allowed to go out to mate freely to prevent breed purification. Male dogs often fight for their mates and are easily injured. If any injuries are discovered, they must be treated promptly.

Spring is also the shedding season. The thick winter coat will fall off. If it is not combed in time and frequently, the unclean skin will cause itching. The dog will scratch and rub the body to eliminate the itching, which can easily break the skin and cause bacterial infection. Dirty coats can easily become "felted", providing a favorable place for the reproduction of external parasites and fungi, causing skin diseases. Therefore, attention should be paid to combing and cleaning the coat in spring to prevent skin diseases.

​2. Summer

The climate in summer is hot and humid, so you should pay attention to preventing heatstroke, moisture and food poisoning.

Russell Terriers are prone to heatstroke in environments with high temperatures and high humidity due to difficulty in dissipating body heat. For this reason, activities under the hot sun should be avoided, the kennel should be moved to a cool place, and dogs should be given frequent cold water baths in hot weather. When you find that your dog has difficulty breathing, elevated skin temperature, rapid heartbeat and other symptoms, you should quickly apply a cold compress on the head with a wet and cold towel, move it to a cool and ventilated place, and ask a veterinarian for treatment immediately. In order to prevent moisture, bedding materials such as mattresses should be frequently weighed and dried. After rinsing the kennel with water, the dog must be completely dried before entering the kennel. Dogs that are wetted by rain should be dried with a towel in time.

Dog feed in summer is prone to fermentation and deterioration, which can easily cause food poisoning. Therefore, the best food for dogs is fresh food that has been heated and then cooled. The amount should be appropriate and there should be no leftovers. Food that has been fermented and spoiled must be thrown away resolutely and cannot be kept for fear of waste. Because spoiled food may contain bacterial toxins, even high-temperature treatment cannot destroy them. If a dog eats food containing toxins, it can cause food poisoning. If it is not treated in time, it will die. Therefore, if your dog is found to have vomiting, diarrhea, or general weakness soon after feeding, please consult a veterinarian immediately.

​3. Autumn

In autumn, Russell Terrier's metabolism is strong, appetite increases, feed intake increases, summer hair begins to fall off, and autumn hair begins to grow. At the same time, it is the second breeding season of the year, and its management methods have many similarities with spring.

Food is abundant in autumn, so the amount of food should be increased and the quality should be improved to make physical reserves for winter.

Pay attention to combing the coat to promote the growth of winter hair. In late autumn, the temperature difference between day and night is large, so the kennel should be well insulated at night. Prevent colds.

4. Winter

The weather is cold in winter, and the focus of management should be on cold protection, heat preservation, and prevention of respiratory diseases.

As the temperature drops, the body is attacked by cold air, or due to improper management, not paying attention to cold protection and heat preservation, being exposed to rain and wind after exercise, or the kennel is damp, etc., all can cause colds. In severe cases, respiratory diseases such as tracheitis and pneumonia can occur. Effective measures to prevent colds are to prevent colds and heat, thicken mattresses, and replace them in time to keep them dry and prevent wind; when the weather is sunny and warm, increase outdoor exercise to enhance physical fitness and improve disease resistance. Basking in the sun can not only keep warm, but the ultraviolet rays in the sun also have the effect of disinfection and sterilization, and can promote the absorption of calcium, which is beneficial to the growth and development of bones and prevents rickets in puppies.

The seasons change, and our maintenance methods should also change accordingly.