IF YOU THINK YOUR DOG
MIGHT HAVE INGESTED
ANTIFREEZE:
FIRST: Give hydrogen
peroxide
to induce vomiting.
1 teaspoon
per 5 pounds
body weight
Repeat and give more if dog does not vomit within 5 to 8
minutes.
You will need to
force it down
using a syringe or something similar, like a turkey
baster.
SECOND: After your dog vomits, give your dog
vodka, gin, or other hard liquor such as Peppermint Schnaps every hour
until you can get your dog to the vet.
1 oz - lg dogs
1/2 oz - sml dogs
If you don't have hard liquor in your home, get it from a
neighbor, even if you have to wake someone up.
The alcohol ties up most of the ethylene glycol so it
doesn’t precipitate into the
kidneys.
THIRD: Call the vet and take your dog in right
away.
IMPORTANT:
If you think there is EVEN THE SLIGHEST POSSIBILITY your dog ingested
antifreeze, don't take any chances, because, if you don't do emergency
treatment because you think your dog seems to be getting a little
better, IN 3 DAYS
YOUR DOG WILL DIE from kidney failure.
DON'T
DELAY TAKING ACTION
AFTER ONLY AN HOUR OR TWO,
antifreeze begins
to crystalize in the kidneys; then
there is NOTHING
and NO ONE
capable of saving your dog's life.
It's just too late.
Yes, a vet might be able to delay your dog's death for a short time
through use of dialysis (for lots of $), but it won't change the fatal
consequences.
So, if you're not sure about the antifreeze, it is way better to be safe
than sorry.
Emergency use of
hydrogen peroxide
& alcohol at
stated doses
is not
harmful to your dog.
Antifreeze
is.
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THE JACK RUSSELL
TERRIER – AN INTELLIGENT,
ENERGETIC & EXTREMELY DEVOTED
COMPANION
The
Jack Russell Terrier is a happy, energetic dog breed. They are
small in size, but their attitude and strength says otherwise. Jack
Russells are extremely alert, bold and loyal. They have amusing
personalities and their cleverness will astound you.
Jack Russell Terrier’s make a great companion, becoming
extremely loyal to their owner(s) and insist on entertaining
everyone. They also require much affection and attention, as well
as firm boundaries. The Jack Russell has won the hearts of many dog
lovers all over the world.
The Jack Russell Terrier is extremely friendly, playful and
boisterous. They have remarkable intelligence, and require the
proper dominance training. In fact, their intelligence, while one
of their more favorable characteristics, can also make them
difficult to control at times.
Being a terrier, Jack’s naturally enjoy the great outdoors,
and love to hunt. However, they also love to play games inside, and
are just as happy playing fetch as they would be chasing after a
squirrel.
Due to their limitless energy, the Jack Russell Terrier can be a
handful, and this is another reason why properly training the JRT
is an absolute must. Furthermore, although they have a gentle and
friendly temperament, they will not tolerate any abuse, even that
which is unintentional, from children. Jack’s enjoy playing
with children, but the child needs to understand how to play with
the dog. For this reason, a Jack Russell Terrier is not recommended
for families with young children under the age of
six
Characteristics and
Temperament
The Jack Russell is a happy, bold, energetic dog; they are
extremely loyal, intelligent, assertive, and entertaining. Their
greatest attribute is their working ability, closely followed by
their excellent qualities as a companion. The unique personality of
this feisty terrier is rapidly gaining popularity, but they are not
a dog for everyone, especially first time dog owners. While
adaptable to to a variety of environments, they are first and
foremost bred to hunt.
These dogs come in three different coat types; smooth, broken,and
rough. All coats shed, however, the hairs are heavy and do not tend
to float around. Jack Russells are adaptable to most climates, and
usually handle the cold fine, although some dogs will need a dog
blanket or sweater if it is really cold.
The color of the coat must be at least 51% white, or all white.
Black and/or tan markings are very common. Height can be between
10" and 15", with a proportionate body length.
For showing purposes, Jack Russell terriers are classified in two
groups, 10" to 12 1/2", and over 12 1/2" to 15". They should be
compact and balanced, always in solid, hard condition, while also
being supple and flexible. Jack Russells have a short, upright
tail, about 4" long. Within three days of birth, the front dewclaws
are removed and the tail is cropped to result in an adult tail just
long enough for a human hand to grab and pull the Jack out of a fox
hole.
Jack Russell
Terrier
History
Jack Russell’s have been around for about 200 years and
originated in southern England. The Jack Russell Terrier was bred
for fox hunting, particularly the European red foxes as
Jack’s could also hunt them under ground.
The official name of the Jack Russell Terrier is the Parson Russell
Terrier. Their official name came from Reverend John Russell, a
famous British huntsman who was renowned for his use of terriers
for his passion of fox hunting. The Reverend received the nickname
“The Sporting Parson”. That is how his terriers that he
bred earned the name Parson Russell’s.
The Parson Russell Terrier has several distinctions that make them
a cut above the average terrier. He has a compact chest that is
long and flexible, a strong muzzle and head to hold the fox, and
lengthy legs that allow him to keep up with hounds on the hunt.
Today’s Jack Russell Terrier is a credit to his origin, and
the hunting instinct is well inbred into his nature.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
Who are the
television Jack Russell
Terriers?
"Eddie" on the television show Frasier. He is a rough coat. "Milo"
from the movie "The Mask" is a smooth coat. The puppy in the RCA
commercial. "Barkley" from the movie "Clean Slate" with Dana
Carvey. More recent has been a terrier in an MCI commercial. Also,
the Nissan commercial has a JRT in it, and there is a pizza
commercial where a JRT and a shaggy dog lick sauce off a giggling
child's face. The PBS show "Wishbone" features the JRT
Wishbone.
Are Jack
Russell Terriers as energetic as they
seem?
Jack Russell Terriers are very energetic dogs, with a big need for
regular exercise. They are working dogs, and need to have a job,
whether it be keeping your yard free of rodents (digging is normal
and common, since they are bred to dig after quarry), chasing a
ball, or going for a run or long walk with it's owner. Sitting
alone on the couch peacefully all day is not in a Jack Russell's
agenda. They require more of a time commitment than some
breeds.
Will a Jack
Russell be happy in an apartment
situation?
Given the exercise requirements of the Jack Russell, a home with a
large, fenced yard is more appropriate. Until they reach old age,
they do not take well to inactive, sedentary lifestyles. However,
if you are at home during the day or are able to provide regular
exercise, it may work. They need a 5-6 foot high fence, since they
are known to jump, climb, and even dig under fences. Many of the
Jack Russells in the Rescue are there because the owner
underestimated the attention requirements of the terrier.
Will a Jack
Russell Terrier get along with my cat, other pets, and
children?
Cats and other small pets (rodents) will usually not work with a
Jack Russell because these dogs are first and foremost hunting
dogs. They see the cat or hamster/rat/guinea pig as prey (quarry).
This is not true for all Jack Russells, and if brought into
the household as a pup, most could be trained to live with a
cat. Jack Russells will not put up with abusive behavior
from a child, and may react defensively if a crawling or toddling
child makes growling sounds or grabs the dog's toys or treats. This
should be carefully considered, particularly with children under
six.
Are Jack
Russell Terriers
aggressive?
They can be very territorial and aggressive with other dogs, and it
is rare that two same-sex adult JRT's, who have not been spayed /
neutered, will get along with each other. Of course, a male and
female pair get along with each other regardless of status.
All About
Terrier
Trials
Traditionally, the Jack Russell Terrier trial is made up of three
divisions: conformation, go-to-ground, and racing. Obedience,
agility, and search 'n' sniff are also being included more often in
these events.
Conformation classes are judged much like any other dog show. The
winner is the dog that most closely matches the breed standard. In
addition to conformation and movement, the dog is judged on
temperment; as in all things having to do with Jack Russells, the
best working dog is being sought.
Go-to-Ground consists of wooden liners placed in a trench dug in
the ground. They are made to resemble as closely as possible
natural earth where a dog might encounter fox or other prey. At the
end of the course is a cage with two or three rats. The terrier is
judged on how quickly it it gets to the liners and finds the rats,
and on how it "worries" its quarry. The judge wants to see the Jack
Russell bark, growl, dig and whine.
The Racing division is probably what first attracts and most
excites both terriers and owner at these trials. A sanctioned track
is at least 150 feet long, and is a straight course (sometimes with
jumps added) with a starting box at one end and a stack of hay
bales with a hole in the middle (the finish line) at the other. A
lure (usually a piece of scented fur) is attached to a piece of
string that is pulled along by a generator. The dogs are muzzled
for safety because of the excitement. The first dog through the
hole in the haybales is the winner--and the winner, despite the
impediment of the muzzle, usually has the lure clamped firmly
between its teeth.
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Publications
About Jack Russell
Terriers:
* The Jack Russell Terrier -- An Owner's Guide to A Happy Healthy
Pet by Catharine Romaine Brown.
* The Complete Jack Russell Terrier, by Brian Plummer. Great book
on the hunting with JRTs, with training tips and more.
* The Making of the Parson Jack Russell Terrier, written by Jean
& Frank Jackson and published in England.
The JRTCA has a bi-monthly newsletter called TRUE GRIT, 80-100
pages of information, including updates on what is happening in the
Club and with JRT's worldwide; articles on training, health,
breeding, and general interest. It also contains poems, humorous
stories, and advice, as well as listings of JRT trials throughout
the country and shops which carry JRT items. The newsletter is
available free with a JRTCA
membership.
How to Train Your
Terrier to Race
Jumping Over
Hurdles
You can start race training of your
terrier in your own back yard. The idea is to get them used to
chasing a lure so that when they are in a real race, they will know
what to do. You can use the following items to perform the
training:
String and Lure - Tie a piece of fur (a sock will work also) to a
20 foot piece of string
Racing Muzzle - to get your terrier used to wearing one
Tease the terrier with the fur (to get its attention)
Run away from your terrier with the lure trailing behind you
Let your terrier catch the fur so that it will be a satisfying
experience for it. Repeat these steps several times.
Hurdles - Build simple hurdles from inexpensive PVC piping. Drag
the lure over the hurdle to get your terrier to jump. It
works!
The best practice for racing is to actually run your terrier in a
real race (i.e., with other terriers, muzzles, spectators, etc).
Attend a fun day for good practice.
Start your terrier racing at a young age (4 months). Don't let them
race over large hurdles since their joints are still
growing!
Don't let your terrier
overheat.
Racing
Tips
Use a "softie" muzzle or a basket
muzzle; mickey and figure-eight muzzles are illegal as the terriers
are unable to breathe
properly.
Practice makes perfect - rarely does a first time racing terrier do
well. Normally they either sit in the starting box, play with their
muzzle, or run the wrong direction. Don't quit after the first
failure. Jack Russells are smart and catch on
quickly.
At Jack Russell terrier races the
dogs run after a scented lure to a 'wall' (usually made of straw
bales or something) where there is a small hole that's big enough
for only one dog to go through. The first to the wall isn't
necessarily the first through the hole and sometimes the dogs get a
little competitive.
Allow your terrier to watch some of the races to get excited. After
awhile, you probably won't have to do this since your terrier will
know when it's race time.
If your terrier starts a fight, work to stop this behavior
immediately. Fighting terriers are dismissed since they can disrupt
the outcome of the race and are a danger to the other terriers and
the catchers.
Cool down your terrier after each race (some owners will "dunk"
their terriers in a large barrel of water after each race). You can
use a mist spray bottle and offer your terrier plenty of
water. Italian
Muzzle
How to Train Your Terrier to
Race
Jumping Over Hurdles
You can start race training of your
terrier in your own back yard. The idea is to get them used to
chasing a lure so that when they are in a real race, they will know
what to do. You can use the following items to perform the
training:
String and Lure - Tie a piece of fur (a sock will work also) to a
20 foot piece of string
Racing Muzzle - to get your terrier used to wearing one
Tease the terrier with the fur (to get its attention)
Run away from your terrier with the lure trailing behind you
Let your terrier catch the fur so that it will be a satisfying
experience for it. Repeat these steps several times.
Hurdles - Build simple hurdles from inexpensive PVC piping. Drag
the lure over the hurdle to get your terrier to jump. It
works!
The best practice for racing is to actually run your terrier in a
real race (i.e., with other terriers, muzzles, spectators, etc).
Attend a fun day for good practice.
Start your terrier racing at a young age (4 months). Don't let them
race over large hurdles since their joints are still growing!
Don't let your terrier
overheat.
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