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Jack Russel Terrier

Origins

England. COUNTRY OF DEVELOPMENT Australia.

General Appearance

A strong, active, lithe working Terrier of great character with flexible body of medium length. His smart movement matches his keen expression. Tail docking is optional and the coat may be smooth, rough or broken.

Size

Ideal Height at the withers 25 cms to 30 cms.
Weight Being the equivalent of 1 kg to each 5 cms in height, i.e. a 25 cms high dog should weigh approximately 5 kgs and a 30 cms high dog should weigh 6 kgs.

Coat

HAIR
May be smooth, broken or rough. Must be weatherproof. Coats should not be altered (stripped out) to appear smooth or broken.

COLOUR
White must predominate with black and/or tan markings. The tan markings can be from the lightest tan to the richest tan (chestnut).

Behaviour & Temperment

A lively, alert and active Terrier with a keen, intelligent expression. Bold and fearless, friendly but quietly confident.

Important Proportions

The overall dog is longer than high, i.e. rectangular. The depth of the body from the withers to the brisket should equal the length of foreleg from elbows to the ground. The girth behind the elbows should be about 40 to 43 cms.

Breed Movement

True, free and springy.