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.