Jackrat terrier

A Jackrat Terrier lounging on a pillow, notice the large alert ears characteristic to the breed

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A Jackrat Terrier is a hybrid dog breed created by crossing a Jack Russell Terrier to a Rat Terrier. Like most hybrid breeds the Jackrat Terrier has an appearance that resembles its parent breeds. They typically have a short smooth coat with patches of black brown or both; they are a small dog with a physique that is compact and muscular like the Jack Russell Terrier; and their head more closely resenmbles the Rat Terrier's with a sharper nose and large upright ears. However, some degree of variation in these traits is observed.

Like the parental breeds, the Jackrat Terrier is a smart and active dog that can be adept at catching and killing vermin. However, this hybrid breed does not do well if left alone for large parts of the day. With plenty of attention and consistent training Jackrat Terriers can be good family pets.

Jackrat Terriers can make for quirky, fun, and affectionate companions

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