Animal Breed
Jack Russell

Adopted or Rescued?
Yes

Pet personality / Story of adoption / Why is your pet special?
Digger like most Jack Russells is high energy and operates in fifth gear, for his size he has a tremendous energy and never seems to tire, still going strong after we have called it a day. He is extremely intelligent, athletic, fearless, and vocal too. Being a hunt-driven dog, Digger usually pursues most creatures he encounters.

The Jack Russell breed is well known as a working terrier, originally bred to bolt fox from their dens during hunts, they are used on numerous ground-dwelling quarry such as groundhog, badger, and red and grey fox. Despite their small size, these dogs are not recommended for the condominium or apartment dwellings unless the owner can get them out with regular amount doses of exercise and stimulation.

The breed has a reputation for being healthy with a long lifespan and can live 13 to 16 years given proper care. We have had three Jack Russell Terriers over the years and simply adore and recommend the breed.