They're known to have minds of their own. So can you put a terrier to work in the field?
A: Terriers seem to be getting popular in the beating line these days and Borders, especially, are in demand. Training a terrier is not much different to any other breed, and obedience is a MUST.
Are terriers born anarchists?
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Can I use a Jack Russell terrier for rough shooting?
A: I grew up with cross-bred terriers which, being longer on the leg than the Jack Russell terrier, were more like hunt…
How to spot the difference between a Jack Russell terrier and a Parson Russell
In 1815, the Reverend John Russell, then 20 years old and obsessed with hunting, was on the point of taking…
As a puppy you need to get it coming back to its name before introducing the recall signal on a whistle. Most Border owners have their own whistle commands which can be different from the standard type used for spaniels and other breeds. With patience and the right training it is also possible to get a terrier steady to game, fur and feather.