This breed is adept at controlling pests, a quality inherited from the Rat Terrier.Their trait of chasing preys comes from their parent, Jack Russell Terrier that bolted foxes out of their den.
Moreover, provide this Terrier breed dry dog food of about three fourth to one and a half cups on a regular basis. Home cooked meat and nutritious vegetables would be well suited. Keeping their energetic nature in mind, they are to be given a diet rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals. They should compulsorily be leash trained so that when taken outside they do not implement their prey chasing instinct. Socialization and obedience training is a must for the Terrier puppies so that they may lessen their aggression towards dogs as well as strangers and grow up to be gentle family dogs. The Spaniel parent also brings a dignified, graceful side.
The Jack Rat Terrier may display stubbornness at times, needing a patient trainer to guide them with firm hands, also helping to overcome behavioral issues inherent in the dogs. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Jack Russell Terrier mix (AKA Cavajack) The Cavajack is a small dog, typically tan and white, with long hair and ears, like the King Charles Spaniel side of this mix, but with a stockier body. Being crossbred, they do not tend to suffer from any known health problems though some might inherit certain ailments from their parents.
