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ADDRESS
Mower County
Humane Society
101 22nd Street SE
Austin, MN 55912
 
Phone: ​(507) 437-9262
 
TAX ID NUMBER (EIN)
41-1781561
 
SHELTER COORDINATORS
Dog Side:  Carey Sharp
Cat Side:  Kelly Rush
 
BOARD
President: Jay Lutz
Vice Pres.: Liz Coughlin
Treasurer: Kathy Stencel
Secretary: Michelle Morehouse
Jack Russell Terrier
This breed has a larger-than-life personality and energy to spare.
Height: 10 to 15 inches at shoulder
Weight: 13 to 17 pounds
Coat: coarse double coat
Life span: 10 to 15 years
Breed Group: Terriers
Developed in England some 200 years ago to hunt foxes, the Jack Russell Terrier, also known as the Parson Russell Terrier, is a lively, independent, and clever little dog. He's charming and affectionate, but he's also a handful to train and manage. For experienced dog owners only!
Jack Russell Terrier profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Cold tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Drooling potential
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Tendency to bark or howl
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Affectionate with family
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
Energy level
  
  
  
  
  
General health
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners