![]() ![]() ![]() Breed fanciers wanted them to be fast and this was one of the most important criteria when breeding from them. Rat Terriers are a sturdy dog with a vivacious personality and a drive to keep active and a strong desire to be part of the action. They are a well-known breed in the UK today and are kept as pets, as well as competitive spot dogs, as they excel in a range of disciplines, including canine agility, Frisbee and flyball. ![]() This is because the breed had been run independently by other groups for a very long time. Interestingly, they were only recognised by the Kennel Club within the Terrier group as late as 2016. It was the Fox Terrier that gave rise to the Jack Russell, which was first bred in England, though was soon brought to the United States where it was further refined. They were expert ratters and were employed in a number of places, including mills, factories and mines. Jack Russell Terriers were traditionally used as working dogs so had to be tenacious and hard-working. Their parents each have a long and interesting history which we can take a closer look at. All of the designer dogs originated within the last 50 years or so but it is likely that the Jack Rat Terrier was first bred several decades after the first hybrid. Jack Rat Terriers are not particularly popular, and it is unclear both where and when they first originated. ![]()
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