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Answer by carpe
Submitted on 2/11/2004
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I have what is called a Jack Rat at least that is what the breeder called her when I got her. She is a very smart dog and is great with kids. She is 6 months old right now and weights about 15lbs her name is Ravens Velvet Abbi we call her Abbi. I have seen on some websites that this may be a new breed I don't know and I really don't care I just know they are an awesome breed for families. I have found that everyone in the family has to show her some attention daily each of us or she tends to go to just one of us and will not listen to anyone but that one person. She is smart and has learned she has to listen to everyone in the family. She is cautious around cars and learned outside quickly.

Answer by Donna
Submitted on 3/15/2004
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I have been all through the UKC website and they do not have a breed listed by Jack Russell/Rat Terrier, nor do they have a Jack Rat Terrier. If you love the dog, and it is a perfect pet for you, great, and who cares about it's pedigree. Fact is though, you still have a mutt. A lot of good breeds have started out as mutts, so this may be a great breed for the future. Who knows. I could definitely see advantages to mixing the two breeds. Just don't believe everything a breeder says about registration until you have true club registration papers in hand. Pedigree papers aren't the same thing. I will certainly keep my eye on the possibility of developing this as an acceptable breed. For those of you who say it is UKC accepted, where is the website or proof of this? I'm just curious.

Answer by dawnwinds58
Submitted on 6/14/2004
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I raise Rat Terriers that are registered with the UKC. My Ratz are not Jack Russell aka Parson Russell mixes. They are a separate breed. Within the Rat Terrier, you have Toy, Mini, Standard, and Decker breds. There are 2 leg lengths. Type A is long legged and is your common Rat Terrier. Type B is short legged and are called Teddy Roosavelt Terriers. They have 3 types of ears. Erect (most common), tipped and button (Russell Type) My Rat Terriers are the more common Tri-colored Piebald. This is white with black random patches and tan points. All Rat Terriers can trace their lines back to many breeds, as can any AKC accepted dog breed. They were bred for a purpose, and that purpose is "Ratting" dogs that hunt down and kill vermin. It's their job and they do it well. There are Rat Terriers still at work overseas in granaries, and also here in the US. I farm as well. My Rat Pack keeps mice ,snakes, and pest animals out of my feed, my yard, and my home. This might sound like cat work to most people. But, when you see a pair of Ratz drive off a coyote pack determined to get your young livestock, they go way beyond simple mousing. Jack Russells were bred on similar lines. They and Ratz shared ancestry. Both are tenacious, fearless hunters, loving family dogs, and as an extra, they are quality entertainment with their intelligence and sense of humor. Both are well worth recognizing as the wonderful, SEPARATE, breeds they are!!

Answer by wendi
Submitted on 8/10/2004
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My Jack/Rat (Simon) will be 3 years old this month. To anyone looking for more than just a "pet" this is definately the way to go. The best dog in the world. He is wonderful with my children, but not too keen on strangers. But thats ok. My 17 lb dog is just protecting me. Once he sees that I am friendly with a person then he's fine. He is wonderful with other dogs, as long as they are no bigger than he is. (This is when he all of a sudden grows to 200 lbs.!) I do not know what I would ever do without him. We are actually considering getting Simon another Jack/Rat friend. Does anyone know of any breeders in either the Pensacola Fl. area or Chicago Il.

Answer by BaileyLove
Submitted on 9/11/2004
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I have a JackRat named Bailey. She's 2 1/2 and I love her as if I had her myself! She also runs like a rabbit- and lays like one too- I sometimes call her "rabbit". She is intensely loyal and is definitely a mama's girl. I take her to work every day so she is very used to people. She does however show signs of aggression towards children sometime. She is also as smart as any child out there. I have never had a dog this smart. I have also heard they were going to register this a a new breed of dog. It doesn't matter to me whether they doo or not though- a purebred dog could not be any better of a dog than my Bailey! I hope someone out there does develop a website for Jack Rats!!

Answer by lulu bell
Submitted on 11/3/2004
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I have a 1 and 1/2 year old jack-rat named lulu bell. Lulu is very loving. In fact she has learned how to hug very young, and expects one from family members daily. Lulu understands english, and did not potty train well. She thinks you have to go in the bathroom! She is now 30 pounds, most people think she is a fat jack russell. She burrows in the covers like most of the terriers. Thinks she is vicious, though very intimidated by boogie men. Barks loud and runs to hide. But she is our family and we love her even though she doesn't think she is a dog. She doesn't like other dogs only for the neighborhood rockweller, and will jump on him and play, loves dolls and will go to bed with them. I cannot live without her.

Answer by Laura Tolleson
Submitted on 11/25/2004
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For all those of you who have listed and said that a jack rat is 2 different breads.. .well you know what? there are such things as mixed puppies. yes thats right folks.. mixed... and the reason you cant find hardly any info on them ...is that they are not all that common... I am about to get one myself. I think that they are the greatest pet to have.. They have the personality of a jack russell but the additude of the rat terrier ... the rat terrier in them makes them much calmer and they are a bit smaller than the full breed jack or rat the ears on the dogs vary from standing straight up to just the tips flopped and to the fully flopped ears... oh... and the since they are a mixed breed they wont be found on any akc or anykind of breed website... thats kind of the reason you cant get papers on them either...

Answer by Mike
Submitted on 1/19/2005
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There are many sites on the net that have information related to the Jack mix Rat Terriers. I'm now a proud owner of a little 7 week old female, who when compared to other so-called registered pure bred dogs show more promise in conformation, attitude and trainibility than many other breeds I have worked with over forty years. I had been looking to purchase a Jack Russel for many years and from the people who have owned them, I had found that they are very high strung, easliy trained but very independent. So, several weeks ago I decided to research The Mountain Fiest breed used for squirrel hunting in the south. In doing so, I found that the Fiest and the Rat Terrier are one and the same. Here-again I changed direction and started to search the net for all things Rat Terrier. Last week I called a local breeder and made an appointment to see one of her little females, a beautiful thing but the cost was prohibitive. I posted want ads on many forums requesting help, wrote to several well know breeders from the East coast to the West coast,but could not find the right pup, or never even got a reply. Then several days ago, I came across an ad for Jack mix Rat Terriers. At first I thought this is strange, the two breeds I always wanted in one dog. I called and made arrangements for me to see the litter. Arriving and entering the well cared for home, I was greeted by a lady and six young children carrying several beautiful pups. I take pride in being able to select quality pups, and I'll tell you that every one of those pups looked great. After some talks on the pups, I asked to see the parents, the lady took me to the rear of her house and there stood a Jack Russell male about 12 inches high and a rat terrier maybe 13 inches in height. The dogs were built, very nice and both had exceptional temperment, so a decision was made to buy the smallest female. What's funny about all this, is that after I purchased the pup, I started to do additional research and found out that this combination has been mated for some time, and the results have been very favorable. In the short time that I have owned this beauty, I can honestly say that she will definately fulfill all my family needs; from companion, to hunter, to friend. It doesn't take one long to evaluate the potential of this or similar matings. For the owners of the Jack mix Rat Terriers, only you know what you have, and only you can apprciate this mix breed for it's loving nature and sureness of self. GOOD LUCK TO ALL! Enjoy Mike P.S. If anyone would like to write me on this post or pups, write to Mike at: sportys@aemail4u.com

Answer by Moe
Submitted on 3/5/2005
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I just got a Jackratt a couple of months ago. Little Jack is 4 months old now and was very easy to potty train. He was at first really bad about biting and nipping, but has learned "no bite", and usually stops if you say it. The little guy is VERY hyper, loves people and loves to chase the cat!!! One thing that I am concerned about is that Jack Russels are known for not being good with children and cats. I did not know this when buying my expensive "mutt" (with papers). I have a 21 month old. I also have a cat. If anyone has an older Jackratt with young children please let me know how they are. I hope he is more Rat than Russel!!! A Jackratt website is a must!!!!!!!!!!

Answer by Adam
Submitted on 3/14/2005
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My Jack-rat, Suzie, is turning 1 year old this month. These dogs have very distinct personalities, love people and other dogs, are extremely smart, and hilarious. If you get one of these dogs, throw out your television because they will be all the entertainment you need. Full of energy, affection, and loyalty, Suzie is a hit at parties and most other social situations. She never gets tired of playing, and will obey everything you tell her. Do not get this breed of dog if you want a mellow, relaxed dog to just lay around. This dog is hyper as all hell and demands lots of attention! If they don't get as much attention as they need they become mischievous. But, anyone who wants a constant laugh and is ready for fun, a Jack Rat is the dog for you!

Answer by Lefty
Submitted on 7/2/2005
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The Rat Terrier was originally bred from other breeds (as all were). The parent breeds were Jack Russel Terrier and Manchester Terrier (Min Pin). Early photos of Rat Terriers depict a dog looking more like one or the other. However, the breed has advanced very much since then and is now it's own. Rat Terriers are not regonized by AKC, however- they are regonized by the FSS (Foundation Stock Service), an organization composed by the AKC. Sort of like a waiting list- they could be accepted in a few months- or it could be several years. A Jack-Rat as you call it is not a purebred and the only thing that they could be registered with is the CKC (Not Canadian Kennel Club), who will slump to the lowest and register mix breeds for people to say that their mutt litter is pure to fool people into buying them. Ridiculous, but true. People who intensionally breed mix breeds are discraces to the dog world. There is a difference in trying to create a new breed- which is having an organization of other lovers who will breed to get it on it's way and to a better standard and finding out the circomstances. A Jack Rat can never, even be a purebred consittering that that would be breeding the original breed back to the offspring. Ruining everything that these breeders of the Rat Terrier worked for.

Answer by leashdogg
Submitted on 7/8/2005
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The answer by Donna is actually somewhat inaccurate. I think she misunderstood you- I knew that what you were saying is that you have a "Jack Rat Terrier" which is what they call the hybrid of a Jack Russell and a Rat Terrier. I thought Donna's "If you have a Jack Russell/Rat Terrier, you have a mutt and that would be anyone's guess where to get info" remark was rather snide considering the Jack Rat Terrier is often intentionally bred and a recognized hybrid of the American Canine Hybrid Club. Having owned both, I think that the two breeds are more similar to each other than the breeds that make up other intentional hybrids, such as the labradoodle or shi-mo. You may find more information about canine hybrids breeds at the following sites: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americancaninehybridclub.htm http://www.achclub.com/index.php

Answer by doggie mom
Submitted on 8/13/2005
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I have a Jackrat or ratrussel I found him at spca and figured out what he was. I knew he was smart the min I saw him he is the first dog I'vever had I'vhad him for 4years now he is my child everyone thinks I work hard to teach him all kinds of tricks but really the truth is he taught me he would do something cool like roll over and I tell him to do it again and he will he love everyone kid excpecally. his name is waldo and he's the best dog I. couldn't imagine they could make a better dog he has an underbite that gives him even more charicter. what I'm hearing is that these dogs really are exceptional animals in genaral because I already new my dog was I'm so glad your dog are giving you guys as much joy as mine gives me.

Answer by Grandma
Submitted on 12/16/2005
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Hello everyone, My husband of 40 yrs and I have a Jackrat..given to us by one of our daughters, She had the mom and dad...and was surprised with 9 live births from the pair...anyway he will be 1 year old this coming February. His name is Jack LOL.. He has a looot of energy and is like one of our grandkids. We even call ourselves grandma & grandpa to him, so he knows us as that. I never thought that we would ever sleep with a dog, but Jack sleeps under the covers right next to grandpa and is actually a nice foot warmer at times for me LOL. And I have noticed he is very protective of us...Anyway I could go on & on but wont...nice to see others enjoy their Jackrats as much as we do....Grandma

Answer by Shaun
Submitted on 4/11/2006
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dawnwinds58, "Within the Rat Terrier, you have Toy, Mini, Standard, and Decker breds. There are 2 leg lengths. Type A is long legged and is your common Rat Terrier. Type B is short legged and are called Teddy Roosavelt Terriers. They have 3 types of ears. Erect (most common), tipped and button (Russell Type)" You raise ratties? What is the name of your keenel so I can stay away... Within the Rat terrier you have Mini and Standard... period. Every reputable registry's standard is including the RTCA, the breed'sofficial parent club all conclude that there is not a TOY variety. Anything under 10" should be sold for PET only and should not be breed as it is a disqulifying trait according to the breed standard. Decker is not a variety either, it is a blood-line. The Decker Giant, which is what I raise is still a Standard Rat Terrier. There is a movement among Decker breeders to make seperate the two and have the decker line become its own breed. As of now they are choosing Decker Terrier. www.deckerterrier.com. And there is no type "b" in any reputible registries standard, these are now recognized as a seperate breed alltogether and people should stop using the Term "Type 'B'" The only registry that count the "B" as a rat terrier is the UKCI which is less reputible and is actually keeping the public confused on what this "B" dog is, which is a Different Breed. Yes, it was derived from a high % Rat terrier blood, but still a different breed. That is like saying a Doberman and a German Shepard are the same breed because they have the wolf as a common ancestor. Let me guess... you are breeding for Merles, Brindles, "Rare" colors, Toys, etc. Just because you can register them with UKC does not mean they are of breeding quality and those things I have just specified are not in the breed standard and should not be attempted as a breeding outcome by a reputible breeder.

Answer by Kari
Submitted on 5/20/2006
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My Jack-Rat's name is Lola. She has become a town celebrity, since she goes to work with me almost every day at my father's hardware store. People love her, and other dogs love her too! She's adorable, with great big ears that stand straight up..... I don't know what I'd do without her. She's the most intelligent dog I've ever met, and listens better than any dog I've come across.... I was prepared to have a really crazy dog on my hands with the Jack Russell part of her, but she is so calm. If you ask me, crossing these two breeds is one of the best things to happen..... I don't care what anyone says.... And for those of you complaining about these "mutts"- check your facts.... The Jack Russell breed also started out being a mutt first. So without this cross-breeding, you wouldn't have your beloved terriers either.....

Answer by Cathy
Submitted on 6/8/2006
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I got my male JR as a pup after the loss of my old LabX and "Jack" has changed my life. He's so smart, fun, and adaptable that I forget he's a dog. Even he doesn't know he's a dog. He understands language so well that we had to start spelling words out, and now he's learned the spelling! When I got him he weighed 7 lbs. Now at 3 1/2 yrs. he's a muscular 14 lbs and a beauty. Most people think he's a "prettier" Jack Russell. His ears are large and stand up, although when he was a puppy they hung down. He has markings like a Jack Russell; a white body and red brown head with a white stripe between the large brown almond eyes. I call it his racing stripe for good reason. He also has a few red brown speckles on his forelegs. He's bold, loving, athletic, and snuggly, and comes when I call him. He prefers to be with people over dogs, and loves to fish, but is not a good swimmer. He hates his bath, but I learned his siblings like to take showers with their owners. (Not Jack!) He loves to go in the car, but gets nervous in town, yet settles down to a nap when we drive on the interstate. He likes to herd my horse, which is a bit scary. And he'll eat anything, which got him into trouble when the blacksmith came to trim the horse hooves. So the horse may have to go!

Answer by Kelly
Submitted on 6/23/2006
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I have a wonderful Jack/Rat. He is just over a year old, his name is Buddy, bud,budro,bubba...it just depends. He's absolutely wonderful one of the best dogs I've ever had...he's loving and knows who his momma and daddy are. He has a wonderful personality and is very smart. He thinks he's as big as a Lab, it's just too funny. He does have an attitude though, he gets huffy and puffy and grunts and stuff when you tell him to do something he doesn't want to do. We trained him to listen with a fly swatter. He did get spanked a couple times with it when he tore up some carpet and tore up our blinds but now all we have to say is "do you want me to get the flyswatter?!" and he straightens right up. He's so smart...he likes to float around on my raft with me in the pool. This is an excellent breed of dog (or mutt whatever) in my opinion. He's great with my nieces and nephew and he loves everybody who will be nice to him...his ears stick up but the guy we got him from says that you can train there ears to set the way you want them depending on the way you rub them...But bud's stick straight up and there huge and he's beautiful...he's very active and muscular, he's very pretty marked, he's got white and black and then has random black and red ticks on him and he looks like he's wearing a Zorro mask on his face...I would recommend if someone wants a dog get a jack rat!! They are worth the money!!!!

Answer by Shelley
Submitted on 9/29/2006
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Hi, I breed and raise Jack Rats we have a champion Jack Russell and registered Rat terriers, the diffrence in the two breeds are that a Rat terrier ears stand strait up and they have long leg's a Jack Russell have short leg's and the ears are folded, in our opinion a Jack Russell is more hipper than a Rat, but mixing the two have been fun, some of the puppy's are short legged and strait ears and some have been long legged and folded ears, I can say that these dogs are really smart and easy to train, they can be a little hard headed but stay after them they will learn. We love these dogs and as far as I am concerned the Rats and Jack and the Jack-rats are the best dog to have they are good with kids when raised with them and they are the best watch dogs, you can bet if anyone pulls into our drive way we know about it. So just love your dog and he/she will return that love three times over, maybe someday AK or UKC will recognized a jack rat as a breed. I hope so.

Answer by Shiloh's Jax Kennels
Submitted on 11/13/2006
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I am an original breeder of Standard Jack Rat Terriers (also breed Parson Russells and Miniature Jack Rats) and I woul love to answer your questions properly. Jack Rats do have a tendency to be aggressive because of the mix. You never know what your Jack Rat's ears will look like. I will have a website in the next couple of months and information will be available there, or at shilohand5@yahoo.com I think it is an excellent idea to set up a website for this wonderful breed!!! Also I am establishing a breed club registry calle The Standard Jack Rat Terrier Club whre Standard and Miniature Jack Rats can be recognized and registered. I hope I've helped. God bless!

Answer by Kari
Submitted on 1/9/2007
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My Lola is a Jack Rat Terrier. She is wonderful. We all know that Jack Russells and Rat Terriers are SEPARATE breeds, but I'd like to know who has the right to say they shouldn't be bred. This has been done for centuries and it angers me that people can belittle such wonderful pets. Our dogs are NOT mutts, they are Jack-Rat Terriers. They may not have papers, but if that's what we wish to call them, we will! You've angered a very protective mama..... My Lola is the most sweet natured dog in the world. Incredibly intelligent, great personality, and the biggest cutest ears I've ever seen! She goes to work with me every day and every one of our customers knows her by name. I've been around Jack Russells and Rat Terriers (and they're both great dogs) but they're crazy by nature. So, maybe by people breeding these two dogs together, we've come up with a great new breed. I think everyone who thinks as strongly about how great their Jack-Rat Terriers are, needs to stick up for this hybrid and maybe someday we'll get as much recognition as the others. ...And forget those people who keep calling our dogs "mutts"... Because we know we have something truly special whether they're mutts or not.

Answer by Jack AND rat mom
Submitted on 3/21/2007
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Three years ago, my husband and I adopted a one year old "Jack Russell" from the humane society. After taking him to our vet, she claimed that he was a rat terrier not a JR, due to his sleek coat, build and temperament. We later purchased a puppy label as a "Rat terrier" only to find out once we received his papers that he was truly a Jack. We are convinced of the latter finding. Our rat is so sweet, is a pogo-jumper, and aims to please, but is a little nervous and barks quite a bit. He is long-legged and weighs ~18#. Our JR, on the other hand, could care less about rules and pleasing and is very stubborn. He rarely barks and is a sprinter. He is smart, cute and very energetic. He has a fine wire coat and is a little guy (12#). I think a combo of the two breeds, from my experience with them, would make a great mix. Pics at: http://flickr.com/photos/dennyschmickle/314341147/in/set-72157594407086239/

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Question by nichols
Submitted on 1/28/2004
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I have A Jack Russell Rat Terrier and i can't find any info on it i need info can you please help me?

Answer by Laurie
Submitted on 2/10/2004
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I got a dog at the pound. Some people think it is a Rat Terrier, some think he also has Jack Russell in him. He is app 5 mts old and is 20 pounds. Jumps high, will sit on command, was potty trained after 2 weeks, great with our family, likes water, knows when he does a "NO NO' .He loves to go on walks and obeys quite well. He is rather smart too. He jumps quite high, and doesn't bark a whole lot only when he played with by our boys and they "play bark". He senses danger and will be curious only so far. We just aren't sure how big he will get so we named him Willie.... Will he be big or will he be small. We love him! ltrtr@yahoo.com

Answer by BETH
Submitted on 2/25/2004
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My husband and I have a jack rat terrier. he is a little over a year old now. Max is awesome!! Bright, loyal and hilarious in all he does. he is around 20 lbs and thinks he weighs in at 250.His dad was a jack russell and mother a rat terrier. This is a new breed they are trying and is currently registered with the ukc but not akc yet. we highly recommend this type of dog to anyone

Answer by amanda
Submitted on 3/20/2004
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I have a jack rat named Riley. I do not know what I did without her. She is so sweet and playful. She weighs ten pounds and is so smart. We love her and plan to get another when she is a year old.

Answer by Paul
Submitted on 4/1/2004
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I have a Mutt lol. He is a Jack Ratt. I would not trade him for the world. If you want a great dog or mutt. This is what you should chose. If you now the two breeds than you would know what a great dog this is. I dont even know were to start. Some people claim to have the best breed to buy but I guess this is the mutt to buy. My 20lb dog goes 30 ft if not more out in the ocean. Infact I cant keep him out of the water during the winter months. He is smarter than most people I meet. lol

Answer by Donna
Submitted on 1/29/2004
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Do you have a Jack Russell Terrier or a Rat Terrier? They are two separate breeds. For info on the Jack Russell, there is a the JRTCA website. For the Rat Terrier, you should be able to find them in a breed book that covers dogs in the UKC. To date, I don't think they are recognized by the AKC. If you have a Jack Russell/Rat Terrier, you have a mutt and that would be anyone's guess where to get info.

Answer by Sara
Submitted on 4/15/2004
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I also have a Jack rat! Her name is Suki, and she is a great puppy. She is 3 months old and weighs 6 lbs. I think it's the beginning of a great breed!!

Answer by Aaron
Submitted on 5/22/2004
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I have a Jack-Rat as well! I love this dog. He is a bit high strung, but is very intellegent and an absolute riot to watch. I could really care less about someone that feels the need to tell everyone that this is a Mutt. This is one hell of a Mutt!

Answer by Kell
Submitted on 6/1/2004
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I have a jack rat named Loddie. She is rather demanding, but I think that is cute. She understands english and almost knows everything you say to her, most of the time she'll talk back with a gruff. She is house trained and likes to hump alot.

Answer by Jeeps
Submitted on 6/27/2004
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I just got a jack rat terrier. Do you guys know if her ears will stay down like a jacks or go up like a rats?

Answer by beth
Submitted on 6/28/2004
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My jack-rat's ears point up. they're huge and make him adorable

Answer by Mark
Submitted on 7/2/2004
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I have a 3 year old Jack-Rat named Buddy. He is a great dog! Very smart and athletic. He has the face and ears of a JRT and the bigger body of a Rat. Has anybody had any aggression problems with their Jack-Rat?

Answer by westie91
Submitted on 7/9/2004
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I just bought a Jack Rat a few days ago. It is the best. Her name is Daisy. She getting the hang of the potty training thing. And her ears stick straight up to the sky. When she runs--her hind legs move in unison. It reminds me sort of how a rabbit runs. I can count the number of times she has barked on one hand. She is good when she is left home during the day. She sleeps through the night. And listens exceptionally well for only being 3 months old. Her markings are very attractive. I believe this dog is one of the best I have seen around. I think I am going to eventually build a JackRat website. What do you think?

Answer by Nell
Submitted on 7/12/2004
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I would love to see a JackRat website. I have a 3 mo old too - she is wonderful.

Answer by gem
Submitted on 7/14/2004
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i have a rat terrier and he is absolutely adorable!! he's almost a year old, will be on sept. 14, what a great little dog. but i'mwondering why they are not a recognized breed by the AKC. i never see them in dog shows, so i'mwondering what the reason may be why they are not in dog shows/recogized by the AKC. thanks!!

Answer by westie91
Submitted on 7/15/2004
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The Rat Terrier was recognized by the United Kennel Club on January 1, 1999. "The RTCA have petitioned for (and are working towards) official AKC recognition; but are at this time, Rat Terriers are considered a "Rare Breed". There are several Rare Breed Clubs along with a growing number of AKC (and UKC) affiliated clubs, that do offer and/or provide working/showing opportunities that include Rat Terriers." For more info go to: http://www.ratterrierclub.com/ For others interested in joining a Jack-Rat group. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JackRat/join You will first need to register at yahoo.com

Answer by Emmi
Submitted on 7/15/2004
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A Shiba Inu is the only way to go. They are too cute!

Answer by jackrat mom
Submitted on 7/21/2004
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I have a Jack/Rat that is 1 1/2 years old. His name is Ozzie. He is just a hoot! Great personality....never know what he's going to do next, and is so very smart!

Answer by Kerry
Submitted on 8/6/2004
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I have a Jack ratt terrier, he is a year old and is about 15 lbs. He has got never ending energy and loves to go out and meet people. He is the best dog, he is just like a little kid and needs so much attention. I haven't been able to find anything on the internet about Jack ratts either, this is the only webist that i have found.

Answer by stephanie
Submitted on 8/13/2004
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I was just in a pet store at the Charleston Mo, Mall and they sell a breed called a Jack Rat. We played with her a while in the store and fell head over heels in love with her, but the $500.00 price tag on her was a bit much so we could not buy her. I have checked several other places and they run the same amount. Mutt???? I think not

Answer by Carma
Submitted on 8/25/2004
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My Jack/Rat is named Ernie B. He is absolutely the best dog in the world. He is so smart and funny to watch. His ears flop forward, at 4 months he weighs about 7 pounds and although you could easily mistake him for a Jack, his mother was a Jack and Father was a Rat. I love when he comes running to me, when he is excited, his butt sorta preceeds his head and runs in a U shape. It is a sight to see. If you want to see pics of Ernie B, or share some of yours, email me at itsmecarma@yahoo.com.

Answer by Holly Jo
Submitted on 9/12/2004
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I just bought a Rat Terrier from a pet store a month ago. He has papers and everything (which were not important to me anyway) but I don't have any way to contact the breeder. I am wondering how big he will get. He is three months old and weighs 8 lbs. He started out with button ears and now one of the ears is started to perk up some. When do the ears stop changing? It really doesn't matter to me how he changes I am just curious. I love my new puppy and I recommend a rat terrier to anyone that is interested. They are just the cutest, smartest little things I've ever seen!

Answer by Jimmy
Submitted on 9/15/2004
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There is such a thing has a jack-rat terrier. i happen to own one and they are a recognize breed with the continental kennel club (CKC). so yes there is such a dog for the people out there who think that this breed does not exist.

Answer by Tina
Submitted on 9/22/2004
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I have a Jack / Rat also. Her name is Mia. She is the best and brightest dog ever. She sleeps under the covers with us at night. Minds well and snuggles a lot. I will never have a better or more loyal animal.

Answer by erin
Submitted on 10/3/2004
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i have a 6 mo old jack-rat named jack. he's a hoot and a holler. he's got coloring like a Holstein cow, with little brown eye brows. he's adorable. he is all legs, and clumsy as all get out. he just not caught on to potty training and still squats to pee, bless his heart. but he's so loyal and follows me everywhere. he's the best. my boyfriend brad has jacks older sister, she's short and squaty but looks more like a rat. she's all white w/ 2 black spots and a black head. her name is snatch and she's a genius, but she's scared of her own shadow.

Answer by Jack Rat Grandma
Submitted on 10/22/2004
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I have a jack-rat little girl and I have a rat terrier. They are both wonderful dogs. They had puppies about 2 months ago. We are so proud. For the person who asked about aggression with their rat terrier, I thought at first that my boy was aggressive, then we learned that he was just playing too rough. He is better now.

Answer by ashleylynn888
Submitted on 10/22/2004
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I have a Jack/Rat named Jasper. He just turned 1, and he's a GREAT dog! He loves to play, chase rabbits, go for walks, and cuddle. He HAS to sleep in bed with me, and be under the covers. I have had problems with him barking though, enough to make the neighbors complain. Other than that he is a WONDERFUL dog and I'm looking into getting him a jack/rat friend.

Answer by Sexeladi
Submitted on 10/29/2004
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I also have a jack rat who is 5 months and weights 10 lbs. His name is Russell and he is the greatest. I have had several breeds before and this is one of the best. He is very active and can stand on his hind legs for a long period of time. He acts just like a person. His is so adorable and when you talk to him, he understands what you are saying. He is already potty trained. His ears stick straight up and my girls want to carry him around all the time. All i can say is that he is the best companion i have ever had in an animal. My family fell in love with Russell and you will to.

Answer by dab
Submitted on 11/8/2004
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We just got a JR today. She is 3 months old and oh so cute. Her name is Luvy and she's full of it. She just fell asleep listening to Rod Stewart... she seems to have some true Brit in her. Our 13th yr old is overwhelmed with her as am I. We just love Luvy!

Answer by hope
Submitted on 11/29/2004
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I have a jack- rat that i got from the humane society this past spring. Murphy is the best dog. He is the greatest companion. He loves going for walks and snuggling. He thinks he is a human though. He will only drink his water when it is ice cold and won't walk outside when the ground is wet. I love him so much. People laugh at me when i tell them that he is a jack-rat but i think he is great.

Answer by prosfledgling
Submitted on 12/4/2004
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We own a JackRat named Freckles who is 10 months old. She is about 18 pounds and as a younger pup her huge ears stood straight up. Then at 6 months, one collapsed under the extreme weight, the next week the other one tipped downward. SO cute! She is beautiful, graceful and very busy. A wonderful pet and loving companion but she's not very nice to strangers yet. We are working on it.

Answer by Grandma
Submitted on 12/16/2004
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We have a two year old JackRat named Sarah Louise. She is a wonderful, smart, funny, full of energy and, most of all, a loving dog. It is like we have another "person" in the house. I would recommend this type dog to anyone.

Answer by Bobby
Submitted on 12/22/2004
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I wanted a Jack Rat but couldn't find one close but I found a JRT/ Fox Terrier cross. He ( Rocket) has turned out to be the coolest dog I've ever been around and I been around a lot. He is also cute to die for.

Answer by dragon666lady
Submitted on 12/23/2004
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I have a Jack Rat named Charlie. This is the first dog I have ever owned. I love my Charlie! He is so funny...very high energy and demanding of attention. It is all about Charlie all the time. He is very affectionate and very jealous! When I kiss the mister he has to wedge himself right in between us.

Answer by Zooln
Submitted on 12/23/2004
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My daughter and her family have a Jack Russell/ Rat Terrier mix named Homer. He is one of the family, I have never seen a smarter dog. He is sweet, sensitve and cute as all get out. Wonderful breed!