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The Jack Russell Terrier breed originated in
- England
- Scotland
- Norway
- Ireland
Question of
What animals were Jack Russell Terriers recruted to hunt in Guam?
- Foxes
- Snakes
- Gophers
- Brown Rabbits
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Jack Russel Terriers are used as snake detector dogs. Using 17 JRT's with a combination of traps, the USDA removed 8300 brown tree snakes in Guam. JRT's are one of the only breeds with the intelligence and agility NOT to get bitten by the snakes. </div>
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Where did the Jack Russell Terrier rank in excitability (out of 124 breeds), according to the CBARQ Dog Temperament Research study?
- 6
- 3
- 10
- 13
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the same CBARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania, the Jack Russell Terrier ranked 6th out of 124 breeds in excitability—one of the highest rankings. This means when something exciting happens, like getting ready for a walk, a car ride, visitors arriving, or the doorbell ringing, a JRT will usually have a hyper reaction and may take a while to calm back down. They're a high-energy, excitable breed that needs a lot of exercise to stay happy and balanced! </div>
Question of
The American Kennel Club (AKC) renamed the Jack Russell Terrier, calling it instead the Parson Russell Terrier.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> April 1st, 2003 the official name of the American Kennel Club-recognized Jack Russell Terrier was changed to the Parson Russell Terrier. The AKC does recognize the name Jack Russell Terrier. In 2016, the AKC began allowing "Russell Terriers" (a separate category for shorter-legged JRTs, under 12"). The FCI recognizes them as two separate breeds - Jack Russell and Parson Russell Terriers. </div>
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As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of JRT’s?
- 22.22 mph
- 17.8 mph
- 20.1 mph
- 24.71 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The AKC Conducts Dog Racing Trials each December in Orlando, FL. called the Fast CAT Invitational. This is a 100 yard race where dogs run individually chasing a lure. The average speed of JRT's is 22.22 MPH. The fastest recorded speed was by a JRT named Furious Rugrat at 27.10 mph! </div>
Question of
Where did the Jack Russell Terrier rank in prey drive, according to the CBARQ Dog Temperament Research study?
- 2
- 7
- 12
- 15
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The CBARQ Dog Temperament Research study at the University of Pennsylvania looked at over 300 dog breeds and 60,000 individual dogs. In this study, the Jack Russell Terrier ranked 7th out of 124 breeds in prey drive—one of the highest rankings possible. This means they WILL almost always chase other small animals like cats, squirrels, and rabbits. It's deeply wired into them from their hunting history! </div>
Question of
Standard breed coat colors for the Jack Russell Terrier are White, Black, Tan, Brown and Brindle.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Brindle does not meet breed standard. </div>
Question of
The Jack Russell Terrier is a high flyer and can jump five times its own height or higher.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Jack Russell Terriers (JRTs) are known for their boundless energy and impressive vertical leap. These little dogs have a remarkable ability to jump more than 5 times their own height. That means even a 12-inch JRT can soar over five feet high! While not officially measured in competitions, many JRT owners report their dogs clearing fences, countertops, and even baby gates with ease. </div>
Question of
In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the JRT has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?
- Norfolk Terrier
- Wire Fox Terrier
- Cairn Terrier
- Irish Terrier
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In Landmark Research on Modern Dog Breed development, the JRT has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of the following breeds: Wire Fox Terrier Parson Russell Terrier Border Terrier </div>
Question of
Why did Jack Russell Terriers bark so much while hunting?
- They were scared of the prey
- To alert hunters while holding prey at bay
- To scare away other animals
- To communicate with other dogs in the pack
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Jack Russell Terriers were bred as hunting dogs—specifically "baying terriers." Their job was to chase foxes and other small prey, then trap them underground and bark loudly until the hunters arrived. They were perfect for the job because of their compact size (small enough for foxholes but tough enough to work long hours), high prey drive (relentless pursuit), loud persistent bark (to signal hunters), fearlessness (they'd face bigger animals underground), and stamina and agility (able to run for miles over rough terrain). </div>
Question of
According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the JRT rank in working/obedience intelligence?
- 46
- 33
- 21
- 17
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the Landmark Book entitled, "The Intelligence of Dogs", professor Stanley Coren researched and documented the intelligence of over 130 different dog breeds. In his book, the JRT ranks 46 out of 138 breeds in working/obedience intelligence. Essentially this means they will learn new commands in 25 to 40 repetitions and obey first commands more than 50% of the time. This puts them in the "average working and obedience intelligence" category. In contrast, the most intelligent breeds will learn the same command in 5 repetitions or less and the least intelligent, 80-100 repetitions. </div>
Question of
What is a portosystemic shunt (PSS) in Jack Russell Terriers?
- An abnormal blood vessel that lets unfiltered blood bypass the liver
- A type of liver cancer
- A heart condition that affects blood flow
- A stomach disorder that causes vomiting
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Jack Russell Terriers have a higher risk than most breeds for a liver problem called a portosystemic shunt (PSS). Normally, blood from the intestines goes through the liver to be cleaned before it goes to the rest of the body. But with a shunt, there's an abnormal blood vessel that acts like a shortcut, letting unfiltered blood skip the liver entirely. This means toxins that should be filtered out stay in the bloodstream, which can make the dog sick. This condition is rare in dogs overall (less than 1%), but Jack Russells are one of the breeds that get it more often. The good news is that the type of shunt Jack Russells usually get—located outside the liver—has a higher success rate with surgery compared to other types. </div>

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Jack Russell Terrier Dog Breed Quiz

The Jack Russell Terrier breed originated in

What animals were Jack Russell Terriers recruted to hunt in Guam?

Where did the Jack Russell Terrier rank in excitability (out of 124 breeds), according to the CBARQ Dog Temperament Research study?

The American Kennel Club (AKC) renamed the Jack Russell Terrier, calling it instead the Parson Russell Terrier.

As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of JRT’s?

Where did the Jack Russell Terrier rank in prey drive, according to the CBARQ Dog Temperament Research study?

Standard breed coat colors for the Jack Russell Terrier are White, Black, Tan, Brown and Brindle.

The Jack Russell Terrier is a high flyer and can jump five times its own height or higher.

In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the JRT has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?

Why did Jack Russell Terriers bark so much while hunting?

According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the JRT rank in working/obedience intelligence?

What is a portosystemic shunt (PSS) in Jack Russell Terriers?

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