Jagdterrier Dog Breed

The Jagdterrier is a hunting dog that was meant to be a family companion controlled by basically one person. They should be trained by the master, or there may be great difficulty managing them if the trainer is not present. These dogs tend to not get along with other dogs, and they will not get along with non-canine animals. They are best suited for rural homes, and city life or apartment dwelling is not at all recommended. They are definitely not for first-time dog owners. They are, however, fine for families with kids.

Here are some things you should know about these great dogs:

PROS

• Affectionate
• Calm at home
• Hard-working
• Small in size
• Good with kids
• Terrific hunters
• Non-stop stamina
• Magnificent posture
• Extremely energetic
• Barks only when hunting

CONS

• Stubborn
• Hard to find
• Heavy eaters
• Moderate shedders
• Not hypoallergenic
• Typically dog-aggressive
• Needs a lot of outdoor space
• Tends to obey only the master
• Will hunt down non-canine pets
• Expensive to adopt and maintain
• Requires an extraordinary amount of exercise

The Jagdterrier is a highly athletic dog whose drive, focus and fearlessness make it one of the best hunting dogs in the world. These dogs may be small, but they can be fierce when challenged. They are best for hunting small game, but they have no problem driving larger animals such as wild boars. If you hope to adopt one of these fine dogs, it is not difficult to find Jagdterrier info to prepare you.

Jagdterriers are astoundingly intelligent, and they know how to think quickly in fast-moving, volatile situations. They can also be very stubborn, as they know what they are bred to do. They won't respect people who are unsure of themselves around dogs.

The boldness of this breed cannot be underestimated. Even with proper training, they will often not hesitate to give chase to another animal. They can endure harsh weather and rough terrain very easily.

As puppies, their exercise and environment must be closely managed so they don't injure themselves. Once grown, these dogs can dig a lot and run exceptionally well. They need a very active lifestyle and in particular, a master who is equally athletic.

These dogs can be excitable, and they don't always react well when left alone or around other dogs. An aloofness to strangers is also to be expected. They are forever alert and ready to react by chasing down or tracking prey, and you must be aware of the environment too. The German Hunting Terrier temperament requires that such dogs be restrained at all times either by secure barriers or a strong leash that is firmly held.

Despite this, they tend to be calm when at home so long as their master is present. They were bred to be outstanding hunting dogs who are also companions, and they do appreciate home life after a strenuous day.

Although sensitive, they need an extremely firm, capable and experienced trainer, and they will bond very closely with that person. They will thereafter tend to not heed other people. They must be socialized as young puppies or they will be very difficult to manage and harder to train. Training must also be started early, and will require patience. Obedience training must be done first and foremost, however, or these dogs will literally run off and away.

Many dog breeds are said to be healthy or even relatively healthy, but the Jagdterrier is one of those dogs that is far more healthy than most any other dog breed. This could be believed, in part, due to the very small population from which to draw a health profile.

Still, they have only one known basic genetic health concern, and that is primary lens luxation, an eye ailment. They are also prone to hunting injuries as they tend to be overly bold when working. Otherwise, they have a slightly shorter average lifespan than most dog breeds their size: about 13 to 15 years.