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Jack Russell Terrier X Training

Do you have a Jack Russell Terrier X that needs some training help? Natalie from Crazy Kind Calm dog training can help!

With over 900 dogs trained across the Macedon Ranges, Natalie understands the unique personality and needs that come with this wonderful breed.

Jack Russell Terrier crosses carry the JRT's enormous personality and terrier drive, blended with another breed. The Jack Russell's boldness, energy, and prey drive typically come through strongly — even in crosses.

Common Jack Russell Terrier X traits and training needs

  • High energy and terrier tenacity from the JRT side — a lot of dog in any size package
  • Strong prey drive — will chase anything small and moving
  • Can be reactive and vocal towards other dogs, especially on lead
  • Barking is usually a feature — the JRT alertness comes through in crosses
  • May be possessive of toys, food, or their favourite person
  • Surprisingly athletic — can jump, climb, and dig regardless of their size

JRT cross owners know the terrier genes are dominant. If yours has the energy of a much bigger dog, barks at everything, chases every lizard, and thinks they're the toughest dog at the park — that's the Jack Russell influence. Their intelligence and enthusiasm make them surprisingly good training candidates when you find what drives them.

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Jack Russell Terrier X Training Options

Whether your Jack Russell Terrier X is a new puppy or an older dog with some habits to work on, we've got options to suit.

One-on-one dog training
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One-on-One Training

Personalised sessions in your home, where the challenges actually happen. We work together on your specific goals — whether it's pulling on lead, barking, poor recall, jumping up, or something else entirely.

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Puppy school class
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Puppy School

Group classes in Kyneton for puppies aged 8-16 weeks. Build confidence, learn essential skills, and socialise with other pups in a safe, supportive environment.

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Jack Russell Terrier X (and others) Success Stories

Vesper & Lenny
Lauriston
★★★★★ Google
"We love Natalie. She has this special talent to make dogs feel at ease, and explain behaviours to us humans that make sense. She uses practical suggestions that have helped us manage a now multi-dog household better. We have a bit more training to do but her follow up notes will safely guide us. We highly recommend Natalie and Crazy Kind Calm."

Tamara Ryf

dog training in Lauriston
dog training in Lauriston
Merlot
Australian Shepherd • 3551
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie is an absolute legend! We welcomed two Aussie Shepherd boys from the same litter and had heard plenty about the challenges of raising two brothers. We couldn’t have done it better without her guidance. We truly appreciate her ongoing support and the positive changes we’ve seen."

Venessa Nadolnik

Australian Shepherd dog training in 3551
★★★★★ Google
"We were close to the end of our tether when we contacted Natalie to see if she could assist with our young, antisocial JR terrier. Natalie has helped us to better understand the behaviours and motivations of our pups, and how to navigate and manage situations that cause angst for both pups and humans alike. Natalie has worked with us on manageable training tasks to improve behaviours in a range of real-life situations. Our relationships with our pups, and quality of life for all of us, are now much improved. I highly recommend Natalie's approach and philosophy - it's made a positive difference for us."

concar carcon March 2021

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Ready to train your Jack Russell Terrier X?

Let's talk about your goals and how we can help your Jack Russell Terrier X become the best dog they can be.

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