In this issue, we are going to focus specifically on the Jack Russell Terrier (JRT) breed, covering breed history, characteristics, and little quirks you can expect.  

Let's jump right in!  

Smooth Coat: This type of coat is short, smooth, and flat. It is the most common coat type for Jack Russells. The smooth coat is easy to maintain and doesn't require much grooming. However, smooth-coat dogs may shed more than other coat types. 

Broken Coat: This coat type is a mix of smooth and rough coats. The hair is longer than a smooth coat but shorter than a rough coat. Broken coats have a combination of straight and wavy hair, giving them a tousled appearance. They require moderate grooming, including occasional trimming and brushing. 

Rough Coat: The rough coat is the longest and thickest of the three coat types. The hair is wiry and can be either straight or slightly wavy. The rough coat requires the most grooming, including regular brushing and occasional trimming. It's also the most weather-resistant of the coat types, making it ideal for outdoor activities in colder weather. 

It's worth noting that some Jack Russell Terriers may have a mix of coat types, such as a smooth and broken coat, or a rough and broken coat. Also worth noting, your puppy’s coat may change within the first year. It's difficult to know for sure what type of coat your Jack Russell Terrier puppy will have as it can vary from litter to litter, and even within the same litter. 

The Puppy’s PARENTS: If both parents have the same type of coat, there is a good chance that their offspring will have a similar coat. However, if the parents have different coat types, the puppies could have any combination of the two. 

The Puppy's FUR: You can get an approximate idea of your puppy's coat type simply by looking at its fur.

Smooth Coat: This type of coat is short, smooth, and flat. It is the most common coat type for Jack Russells. The smooth coat is easy to maintain and doesn't require much grooming. However, smooth-coat dogs may shed more than other coat types. 

Broken Coat: This coat type is a mix of smooth and rough coats. The hair is longer than a smooth coat but shorter than a rough coat. Broken coats have a combination of straight and wavy hair, giving them a tousled appearance. They require moderate grooming, including occasional trimming and brushing. 

Rough Coat: The rough coat is the longest and thickest of the three coat types. The hair is wiry and can be either straight or slightly wavy. The rough coat requires the most grooming, including regular brushing and occasional trimming. It's also the most weather-resistant of the coat types, making it ideal for outdoor activities in colder weather. 

It's worth noting that some Jack Russell Terriers may have a mix of coat types, such as a smooth and broken coat, or a rough and broken coat. Also worth noting, your puppy’s coat may change within the first year. It's difficult to know for sure what type of coat your Jack Russell Terrier puppy will have as it can vary from litter to litter, and even within the same litter. 

The Puppy’s PARENTS: If both parents have the same type of coat, there is a good chance that their offspring will have a similar coat. However, if the parents have different coat types, the puppies could have any combination of the two. 

The Puppy's FUR: You can get an approximate idea of your puppy's coat type simply by looking at its fur.

And, you may just need to ‘Wait & See.’ As the puppy grows, their coat will change and become more apparent. By around 6 months of age, you should have a good idea of what type of coat your Jack Russell Terrier puppy will have. 

It's important to note that the type of coat your Jack Russell Terrier puppy has will not affect their personality or behavior. Regardless of their coat type, they will still be the energetic, fun-loving JRT pups that we all know and love. 

When you arrive home, give your puppy some time to explore their new surroundings and sniff around. It can be overwhelming for a young pup to be in a new environment, so be patient and let them take their time. 

Well, that's it for this month's edition of The Pawsitively Chic Times! We hope you found these tips helpful and fun. Stay tuned for next month's edition, where we'll focus on socialization and training your new Jack Russell puppy. Until then, give your puppy some extra cuddles from us!