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Title: Jack Russell Terriers for Dummies by Deborah Britt-Hay ISBN: 0-7645-5268-6 Publisher: For Dummies Pub. Date: 25 September, 2000 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $15.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.83 (6 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: An Accurate Portrayal of a Beloved Breed
Comment: Wonderfully written in the typical "Dummies" format, this book covers all of the basics and more in an easy-to-read casual style. It is an excellent introduction into the world of the breed fondly known in my home as the Jack Rascal Terrorist!
One of the most refreshing and important aspects of this book is its truthful tribute to the JRT as a breed with very special requirements and a unique personality. Unlike some books which say "this breed may not be right for everyone," Deborah Britt-Hay explains the adorable quirks that draw some people to the breed and turn others away. She masterfully explains the typical concerns of owning and raising a JRT with fun examples and lots of helpful tips.
Really good things about the book:
· Addresses the TRUE nature and temperament of the breed
· Realistically projects the special needs of these dogs
· Presents tips on choosing a good breeder and the right puppy
· Advocates crate training
· Has wonderful sections on exercise ideas, canine sports, and dog trialing with your Jack!
Although this book has more good points than bad, I gave it four stars for a few reasons:
- First of all, the author explicitly encourages what I call "the double-trouble factor" in that she actually suggests getting two terriers! An inexperienced terrier-person should not acquire more than one dog to start with, and only consider another Jack when the first puppy is trained.
- This book also addresses buying a puppy from a pet shop, and although the author mentions that this is not the "best way" she allows for it as a consideration... in my experience, this is not an option!
- Some of the training methods in this book are more "forceful" than I would suggest using on a JRT (such as "gently pushing" the dog into the down position). I am an advocate of lures and rewards, and my experience is that forcing a JRT to do anything can have consequences!
- One last very minor flaw: it offers no good nutritional info... but there are plenty of other books for that!
This was the first book I ever bought on Jack Russells and it is the most complete that I know of! It is an very accurate and down-to-earth book, easy-to-read, and very enjoyable! I recommend it to anyone considering a JRT!
Rating: 5
Summary: Great information in an easy-to-use format
Comment: My husband and I got our Jack Russell sort of by accident, and thus didn't really know what we were getting ourselves into. While we don't regret getting our dog for one second, we DID have quite a learning curve as neither of us had ever owned such a quirky, smart (but stubborn!) dog before. We have purchased several books on the topic, but the Dummies guide is by far the best resource we've found for answering questions about feeding, training, behavior, et al. The format really helps -- the information is easy to find and doesn't require super-sleuthing methods in order to unbury it as we found other books did. I highly recommend it.
Rating: 5
Summary: The Book Of Knowledge
Comment: 5 stars to Deborah Britt-Hay. My JRT went from the devil himself to a perfect angel. This is the perfect book for any first time JRT owner.
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Title: Jack Russell Terriers Complete Owner's Manual by D. Caroline Coile ISBN: 0764110489 Publisher: Barron's Educational Series Pub. Date: 15 May, 2000 List Price(USD): $7.95 |
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Title: TWENTY ONE DAYS TO A TRAINED DOG (Fireside Books (Holiday House)) by Dick Maller ISBN: 0671251937 Publisher: Fireside Pub. Date: 21 November, 1979 List Price(USD): $10.00 |
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Title: Guide to Owning a Jack Russel Terrier: Puppy Care, Grooming, Training, History, Health-Breed Standard (Re Dog Series) by George Kosloff ISBN: 0793818702 Publisher: TFH Publications Pub. Date: 01 October, 1996 List Price(USD): $7.95 |
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Title: The Jack Russell Terrier Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks) by D. Caroline Coile ISBN: 0764114115 Publisher: Barron's Educational Series Pub. Date: 01 August, 2000 List Price(USD): $11.95 |
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Title: The Essential Jack Russell Terrier (The Essential Guides) by Howell Book House ISBN: 0876053444 Publisher: Howell Book House Pub. Date: 28 July, 1998 List Price(USD): $7.95 |
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