Welcome to our frequently asked questions! If you do not see the answer to your question below, you can always contact us[link] and we are happy to help.
Yes! Irish Jack Russells are amazing with children. All of our puppies are raised amongst children as well as other animals. They form very strong bonds with children and most often become life long friends!
Jack Russells are very intelligent little dogs! They can learn just about anything if they are trained with a consistent and patient hand. They are a terrier breed and do need firmness as well as praise! Many of our Patch Wood puppies are now therapy dogs, service dogs, trick dogs, models, and agility superstars!
(We also offer training for anyone that may want a little more guidance in this department!)
No, Irish Jacks make wonderful apartment dogs as well as farm dogs. They are an extremely versatile breed and can thrive in both city and country living. They do need exercise and attention but do not need large amounts of space to be happy or well-adjusted.
Yes, they do not have as strong of a hunting drive as the Parson Russells or typical Jack Russells, making them an excellent candidate for cat families. Our Jacks live with four cats and are best buddies with them!
With proper training Irish Jack Russells are wonderful off-leash. All of our dogs are frequently found off-leash running down the beach or following us through the wood trails. They naturally do not want to leave their pack leader (owner) and with a bit of training can be completely trustworthy off-leash no matter what the circumstance.
(We don’t however recommend leaving your dog unattended off-leash unlss they are in a secure area!)
Yes, we ship our puppies to approved homes throughout the United States, Canada, and other countries. We have puppies living in Germany, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Italy just to name a few! We are now shipping with Pet Nannies.
Getting a puppy when you are located too far to drive out to us can be stressful. We have been shipping to new approved homes for about 20 years and have now moved to Pet Nannies.
Once we have decided together that an Irish Jack is right for you and the puppy has been purchased, Kathleen will get to work on the transport.
We will find a date and time that works for you and then find a certified Pet Nanny to escort your new Irish Jack Russell from airport to airport.
Your new puppy will travel in cabin with a USDA registred Pet Nanny to help keep your Irish Jack, happy and safe in flight..
The puppies will get an extra vet examination to make sure they are ready to fly..
We will drive them to Boston or Manchester NH to meet their Pet Nanny and head home. The puppies will be in a soft sided tracel crate in cabin with their own nanny. If the flight has a connection they will often come out for a potty break or food and water. We always provide food and bowls to go with the puppy on their journey.
You will want to arrive at the airport a few minutes early to make sure you are ready for your puppy’s arrival. Be sure to have a license or state issued ID in order to sign for your new puppy at the terminal.
If you have any questions or concerns please let Kathleen know.
We feed and highly recommend Life’s Abundance Health Food for pets. All of our dogs have been thriving on this super premium food for about eight years. For more information on Life’s Abundance please contact Kathleen at Kathleen@ImportedJacks.com.
We give all of our Irish Jacks their first Parvo/Distemper vaccine at seven weeks of age. They will need their second vaccination at 10-11 weeks of age and then their third and final set at 13-14 weeks.If we have the pup longer than 10 weeks we will give them their necessary vaccines to keep them on the correct vaccination schedule.
We are located in Sandown, New Hampshire. We are less than an hour north of Boston and an hour south of Concord NH.
We accept deposits on planned litters and also on puppies that are not old enough to leave our home. The deposit fee is generally $400 and will be applied to the total purchase price of the puppy. Deposits are non refundable. In the event you have a deposit on an unborn litter and a puppy of your liking has not been produced, your deposit will held and you can pick from the next litter due. Once you have chosen a specific puppy the deposit becomes non refundable or transferrable.
Our Irish Jack Russell puppies vary in price but generally are $2,000 and up and our Black and Tans generally require a reservation to be placed prior to the litter being born. We occasionaly will have a pup with small cosmetic flaws that will be priced a bit less. Please keep in mind the initial purchase price of the puppy only reflects a small portion of the life long cost of dog ownership. We strive to breed healthy and happy puppies and guarantee their health for life.
All individual dogs are different but Irish Jack Russells are bred to make excellent family companions and do not require too much exercise. They love swimming, hiking, beach runs, and any other activity they can do with their owners. Although they love to be kept busy they are generally content with a nice daily walk or romp in your yard. They do, however, require lots of love and affection!
No, Irish Jacks make wonderful apartment dogs as well as farm dogs. They are an extremely versatile breed and can thrive in both city and country living. They do need exercise and attention but do not need large amounts of space to be happy or well-adjusted.
Irish Jack Russells generally live between 14-18 years of age.
We highly suggest spaying and neutering your Irish Jack Russell puppy at 6 months of age. This greatly reduces the risk of certain health issues and keeps your pup a happy and healthly pet.
We do sell puppies to approved homes for breeding. Please email us if you are interested in a puppy, potentially for breeding.
Irish Jack Russells come in three coat types — smooth, broken and rough. All three coat types shed but they do not have an under coat which makes for less shedding than most breeds. This makes them a better candidate for people with mild allergies.
Jack Russells are very intelligent little dogs! They can learn just about anything if they are trained with a consistent and patient hand. They are a terrier breed and do need firmness as well as praise! Many of our Patch Wood puppies are now therapy dogs, service dogs, trick dogs, models, and agility superstars!
(We also offer training for anyone that may want a little more guidance in this department!)
Yes, crate training is essential in training an Irish Jack Russell. All of our puppies have begun the crate training process when they leave for their new homes. Crate training keeps your puppy or dog safe and also aids in the housebreaking process immensely. Your dog will learn to love his or her crate and it will be a safe and comfortable place to rest.
Here at Patch Wood Farm we are dedicated to breeding and importing the highest quality of Irish Jack Russell Terriers from true Irish decent.
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