Jackshund Dog Breed Information

Posted on Jul 8, 2019, Modified : Nov 29, 2019 Zina

Jackshund personality, behavior, temperament

Breeds

Country of Origin	United States
Nicknames and Other Names	Jackweenie
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Crossbreed
Group	Guard Dogs Watchdogs
Bred For	Companion
Size	Medium-sized
Recognized By	None
Life Span	10-12 years
Ideal Weight	15-28 pounds (male and female)
Ideal Height	8-23 inches (male and female)
Fur Type	Short, fine and straight
Common Colors	White, Tan, Wheaten, Black
Markings	None
Availability	Moderately available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	Yes
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Dachshund

Jackshund is a designer breed that is developed by crossing Jack Russell Terrier and Dachshund. Both of the parents are small in size and so the Jackshund also comes in a small size.

The combination of these two breeds is a fun, energetic Jackshund that does best in the house with active people. They are suitable for an apartment life too but need to be involved in regular exercise.

Jackshund appearance changes with each individual as some can be more of a Dachshund and some can be more of a Jack Russell Terrier. The ears mostly are long and wide which is similar to its parent, Dachshund. The face mostly goes to its Jack Russell Terrier parent.

Temperament, Behavior, Personality

Temperament: The temperament of the Jackshund depends on the environment it has been raised on and on its parent. It has a mixed temperament where it obtains intelligence and energy from Jack Russell Terrier. It adopts the playful and affectionate temperament from Dachshund.

Behavior: The Jackshund craves for the love and attention of its people. They love being with them all day either playing or just sitting by their side. So, if they are left alone for a long time, it is obvious to encounter its destructive behavior like barking and chewing on things. So, it is not a great idea to leave your Jackshund all by itself for a long period of time.

Personality: The Jackshund have a friendly, happy and sometimes stubborn personality. They are outgoing, playful, and always curious, which can sometimes lead to trouble. They are likely to get along with other pets in the house if raised together from an early age.

Is Jackshund Child-Friendly?

Yes, Jackshund is a child-friendly dog that gets along with kids pretty well as they are playful and makes a great playmate for small kids. Children can play rough sometimes, which your Jackshund might not tolerate, so proper supervision is necessary. Also, teach your kids how to approach the dog and to behave around them.

Jackshund and a baby girl crawling on the floor.
Image Source: Instagram-@woodyjackshund

Trainability

Jackshund is a very intelligent dog breed but it can be stubborn sometimes. Therefore, establishing a firm leadership at an early age is necessary. Start obedience training when they are still young and slowly move to advance training once they master basic. Reward them with delicious treats and lots of vocal praises as a source of motivation and encouragement.

Jackshund licking its owner.
Image Source: Instagram_@colbyjackshund

Facts

Jackshund is a designer breed that is created somewhere in 2000 AD in the United States.
It is not yet recognized by any major Kennel Club.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Patellar Luxation, Eye Problems, Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Coronavirus, Canine Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Canine Distemper, Canine Parainfluenza, Kennel Cough
Shedding	Moderate Shedder
Drooling	Low Drooler
Grooming	Average Grooming
Weight Gain Potential	Average
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 18% Fat: 5% Glucosamine Antioxidant Fish Oil

The Jackshund is a mixed breed, so it can inherit some of the genetic health problems from its parent breeds. It has a life expectancy of 11-13 years.

Obesity: It is caused due to overfeeding your dog. Exercise is needed regularly so that they burn some calories and do not gain weight. It will also cause other health problems like joints pain, diabetes. So, always feed your dog in the right amount and take them out for some exercise.
Hip Dysplasia: The condition where the joints of the hip are either underdeveloped or dislocated is called hip dysplasia. It is genetic that your dog inherits from its parents. It causes a sharp pain on the back of your dog making it difficult to move from one place to another.