Rilie was surrendered to PRBJ because her owner's living circumstances changed.  Rilie is housetrained and is good with dogs/cats/people.

 

Foster Update:  Rilie is an absolute sweetheart! She instantly made herself at home with our dog and two cats! She loves to play outside, and to go for walks. She gets along well with both dogs and cats but really loves to be wherever the people are :)! She loves to cuddle and still thinks she is a lap dog. Rilie adjusts well to new situations and overall just seems to make the best out of everything life throws at her. She walks good on the leash, she pulls a little at first but after she gets that out of her system she loves to walk at your side. She likes to play with stuffed animal squeaker toys and is not at all a chewer! She is completely house trained, not even one accident! She barks in the crate at first but when you get home she is just sitting there waiting patiently for you to let her out. So far the only trick we have seen her do is sit but that doesnt mean thats all she knows! She does come when you call her name and understands no.  Rilie is content to follow you around the house and would be a great addition to any household!

 

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Jack Russell Terrier was developed in 19th century England by a clergyman named Jack Russell. This feisty little terrier was used to hunt small game, particularly fox, by digging the quarry out of its den. Breeders have emphasized its working ability, so the standard is very broad, encompassing a wide range of accepted body types. On English hunts, the Jack Russell Terriers were supposed to be long-legged enough to keep up with the hounds. The energetic and playful Jack Russell makes a good family companion. The Jack Russell Terrier is a perky, merry, devoted, and loving dog. Spirited and obedient, yet absolutely fearless. Careful and amusing, he enjoys games and playing with toys. Friendly and generally kind to children who have been taught not to tease or strike the dog. They are intelligent, yet willful and determined. They have strong hunting instincts (stronger than your average terrier) and should not be trusted with other small animals. They like to chase and explore. Be careful not to let them off the lead unless they are very well-trained. Jack Russells like to bark and dig. They tend to get restless and destructive if not kept fruitfully occupied and well exercised. Jack Russells climb, which means they can climb over a fence, they also jump. A Jack that stands 12 inches high can easily jump five feet. JRTs are not the breed for a inexperienced dog owner. This is a BIG dog in a little dogs body. The owner needs to be as strong-willed as they are, or this little guy will take over.