Jack Russell terrier
noun
: any of a breed of small terriers having a white coat with brown, black, or brown-and-black markings
called also Jack Russell
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Moley found his new royal home after the queen's beloved Beth, a Jack Russell terrier also adopted from Battersea, died in November.
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Viola Flowers, NBC news, 19 May 2025
Former rescue dog Monty is a Parson Jack Russell terrier, a breed known for being friendly, clever and affectionate towards family, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
Anthony Devlin / Getty Images Miuccia emerged victorious, beating Ana, a Jack Russell terrier; Liza, the miniature schnauzer; Viking, the Tibetan mastiff; Shake, the Australian shepherd; Sophia, the papillon; and Suzie, the cocker spaniel.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC News, 10 Mar. 2025
Lowe's canine companion, Oscar, is a Jack Russell terrier whose half-sister is Daisy.
—Nicholas Rice, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Viola Flowers, NBC news, 19 May 2025
Former rescue dog Monty is a Parson Jack Russell terrier, a breed known for being friendly, clever and affectionate towards family, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
Anthony Devlin / Getty Images Miuccia emerged victorious, beating Ana, a Jack Russell terrier; Liza, the miniature schnauzer; Viking, the Tibetan mastiff; Shake, the Australian shepherd; Sophia, the papillon; and Suzie, the cocker spaniel.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC News, 10 Mar. 2025
Lowe's canine companion, Oscar, is a Jack Russell terrier whose half-sister is Daisy.
—Nicholas Rice, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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