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Parson Russel Terrier Dog Breed
The Parson Russell Terrier is bold and friendly. He is tenacious and courageous in the field and playful, exuberant and affectionate at home. He is an excellent housedog and children's pet. Coat types include the smooth that is short and lies close to the body, rough that is longer and harsher, and broken that is a very short wire coat. Coat colors include all white, white with black or tan markings, or tri-color which includes white with both black and tan markings.
Its main task was to accompany the hunt and to go to earth to bolt foxes. He remains today primarily a working dog. 
Smaller indoor pets are often seen as prey to this dog. However, this scrappy, fearless little guy can also be an excellent companion. Their fearless, assertive nature and boundless energy can be overwhelming. The Parson Russell Terrier's aggressive behavior should be understood and handled accordingly. To help with this, visit the Parson Russell Terrier Club of America and complete their "Online Profiler" to see if you would be compatible with this feisty little fellow.
The name Parson Russel Terrier was given to one type of Jack Russel Terrier, to distinguish it from all other varieties of this variable breed. This variety was oficially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1989. The Parson Jack Russel differs from the more popular, but defiantly variable, Jack Russel terrier, in that the formaer, the 'official Kennel Club breed', has longer legs and is considered to be much closer to the original, preferred form of terrier - one that could keep up with the hounds, but was small enough to go to earth.
Photo courtesy of Le Chien
Parson Russel Terrier Breed Outline
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Country of Origin: | Great Britain |
| FCI Classification: |
Group 3 - Terriers; Section 1 - Large and medium sized Terriers (with working trial) |
| FCI Official Name: |
Parson Russell Terrier |
| Utilization: |
Robust, tenacious working terrier, with special ability to go to ground. |
| AKC Classification: |
Terrier Group |
| Personality: | Essentially a working terrier with ability and conformation to go to ground and run with hounds. Bold and friendly. |
| Size: | Small |
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Height: | 13-14 inches at shoulders |
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Colors: |
Entirely white or predominantly white with tan, lemon or black markings, or any combination of these colours, preferably confined to head and/or root of tail. |
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Other Names: | Parson |
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Average Litter Size: | 6 |
| Life Span: | 9-15 years |
| Grooming Requirements: |
Brush weekly. |
| Shedding: | Little |
| Social skills: |
They have to be socialised from an early age especially with cats and any other household pets. |
| Suitability for Children: | In general the Parson is a friendly, devoted and affectionate dog. They get on well with children and make good pets for the active family. |
| Exercise Needs: | 60 - 80 minutes a day |
| Train Ability: | The Parson is an intelligent little dog but can be a bit stubborn like most terriers. Training is relatively easy but owners must be consistent and firm. |
| Health Issues: | This is a relatively healthy breed. There are a few hereditary eye problems so it is advisable to get a puppy from eye-tested stock. | |
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