What About Jack Russell Terriers: The Joys and Realities of Living with a JRT [Paperback]

Audrey Pavia (Author)

Book Description

Series: What About? | Publication Date: November 21, 2003

Why are Jack Russell Terriers so popular?

How much does it cost to keep a JRT?

What kind of behavioral problems do JRTs have?

That little Jack Russell Terrier puppy is so adorable-but is he the right dog for you? Many prospective dog owners don't ask the questions they should when they're deciding to bring a new puppy home. Now, the What About? series is here to help you understand the real-life implications of your decision, saving you time, money, and potential heartache-and protecting you and the dog from the consequences of an inappropriate choice.

Drawing upon the expertise of Jack Russell Terrier breeders, owners, rescue organizations, veterinarians, and trainers, What About Jack Russell Terriers? provides honest, reliable advice on what it's really like to own a JRT-no punches pulled. In a friendly, easy-to-follow Q&A format, author Audrey Pavia offers solid, proven guidance on everything you need to know about raising a JRT, including:

Breed characteristics ? Behavior ? Costs of ownership ? Development in all life stages ? Diet ? Exercise requirements ? Genetics and why it's important ? Health and general care ? Temperament ? Training requirements ? Working with behaviorists, trainers, and veterinarians ? And more

Don't be taken by surprise. Get the answers you need now-before you get that Jack Russell Terrier puppy-and make a smart, informed decision.

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From the Back Cover

Why are Jack Russell Terriers so popular?

How much does it cost to keep a JRT?

What kind of behavioral problems do JRTs have?

That little Jack Russell Terrier puppy is so adorable–but is he the right dog for you? Many prospective dog owners don’t ask the questions they should when they’re deciding to bring a new puppy home. Now, the What About? series is here to help you understand the real-life implications of your decision, saving you time, money, and potential heartache–and protecting you and the dog from the consequences of an inappropriate choice.

Drawing upon the expertise of Jack Russell Terrier breeders, owners, rescue organizations, veterinarians, and trainers, What About Jack Russell Terriers? provides honest, reliable advice on what it’s really like to own a JRT–no punches pulled. In a friendly, easy-to-follow Q&A format, author Audrey Pavia offers solid, proven guidance on everything you need to know about raising a JRT, including:

Breed characteristics · Behavior · Costs of ownership · Development in all life stages · Diet · Exercise requirements · Genetics and why it’s important · Health and general care · Temperament · Training requirements · Working with behaviorists, trainers, and veterinarians · And more

Don’t be taken by surprise. Get the answers you need now–before you get that Jack Russell Terrier puppy–and make a smart, informed decision.

About the Author

AUDREY PAVIA is a former managing editor of Dog Fancy and a former senior editor of the AKC Gazette. She has written hundreds of articles about dogs, as well as several books.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House; 1 edition (November 21, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764540890
• ISBN-13: 978-0764540899
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,513,719 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I was born in New York City, where I lived until the age of two. When I was still a toddler, my family heeded the westward call and moved to Los Angeles, where I spent my youth. I fell in love with animals and science at a young age, and played "mom" to a variety of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, lizards, mice, hamsters, birds, snakes, guppies and a horse.

After graduating El Camino Real High School in Woodland Hills, Calif., I worked at various jobs including key shop manager, and cashier at Sears. At the age of 21, I returned to New York City and became a student at New York University in Manhattan. I graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Journalism and a minor in Astronomy.

While living in New York, I worked for several years as an editor for a home fashion trade magazine, then moved on to become an editor for the American Kennel Club Gazette. After five years with the AKC, I accepted a position as managing editor on Dog Fancy magazine in Irvine, Calif., and moved back to the Golden State. Shortly after, I became editor of Horse Illustrated magazine. I left the position in 1995 to pursue a full-time career in freelance writing and editing.

I live in Norco, Calif., with my husband, Randy Mastronicola. We share our home with an Appaloosa gelding named Idaho Hawk (Bailey); a Pembroke Welsh Corgi named Nigel; four cats named Murray, Holly, Cheddar and Stanley; and two rabbits, Prudence and Karma.

Nigel (Ninacorte Nigel Tuff S Nails, NA, NJ) and I compete in American Kennel Club agility events, and are currently working on our Open title. I am also preparing Bailey for a career in competitive trail riding.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars **3.5 STARS**, December 13, 2011

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Pam Tee "Busy Mom" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: What About Jack Russell Terriers: The Joys and Realities of Living with a JRT (Paperback)

I've been reading quite a bit about Jack Russells lately for my JRT book review website and I have to say that most of the books are pretty good and cover the same basic information. Things like how to choose a pup, how to puppy-proof your home, and the basics of healthcare.

Where Ms. Pavia's book differs is that it offers some information about dog body-language as well as some good ideas about exercise regimes. She also uses the most negative language about Jacks that I've run across. And this is just the thing you might want to check out if you are considering buying one of these extremely demanding and athletic dogs.

One thing I didn't particularly like was the cheap paper that it was printed on. Other than that, it was okay.

Pam T~
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5.0 out of 5 stars awesomely real information, September 4, 2011

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This review is from: What About Jack Russell Terriers: The Joys and Realities of Living with a JRT (Paperback)

I have had two Jack Russells and I will tell you this is the most frank, honest, and useful book on the market. They can be holy terrors if you do not know how to deal with their brains (smarter than a lot of people IMHO) and STRENGTH. People think they are little and cute. These are serious dogs that you really need to understand what you are getting into and how to deal with them. This book is a MUST.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Joys and Realities of living with a JRT, January 3, 2007

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Priscilla C. Bumgardner (west virginia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: What About Jack Russell Terriers: The Joys and Realities of Living with a JRT (Paperback)

Accurate information but same as many other books on topic.