Breed training guide
Jack Russell Terrier
60Overall
Trainability
62
Energy level
90
For beginners
35
Sociability
65
Independence
70
Behavior problems
What Jack Russell Terriers struggle with most.
Most Jack Russell Terrierbehavior problems trace back to the breed's original purpose and drive levels. Here's what to look for and why it happens with this breed specifically.
Aggression Toward Dogs
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
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Crate Training
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Destructive Chewing
Very Common · Difficulty 7/10
Very Common→
Digging
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Excessive Barking
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Herding & Ankle Nipping
Common · Difficulty 7/10
Common→
Hyperactivity & Impulse Control
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Jumping on People
Very Common · Difficulty 7/10
Very Common→
Leash Pulling
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Nipping & Mouthing
Very Common · Difficulty 7/10
Very Common→
Potty Training
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Reactivity
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Recall Failures
Very Common · Difficulty 9/10
Very Common→
Resource Guarding
Very Common · Difficulty 7/10
Very Common→
Separation Anxiety
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
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