Energetic
Eager
Intelligent
Bold
Happy
Obedient

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Parson Russell Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Boston Iggys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Jack Russell Terrier

Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
White

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
Brindle
White
Cream

Wiry

Straight

A Parson Russell Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boston Iggy can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cerebellar Ataxia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Bone Fractures

Patellar Luxation
Myasthenia Gravis
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

BAER Testing
Neurological Examination
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Hearing
X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Examination

Parson Russell Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Iggy has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Parson Russell Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boston Iggys sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Parson Russell Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Boston Iggys are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Parson Russell Terrier, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Iggy, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Parson Russell Terriers usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Boston Iggys usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Parson Russell Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Boston Iggy is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Parson Russell Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Boston Iggy should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Parson Russell Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Iggy is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

Parson Russell Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Parson Russell Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Boston Iggy is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Parson Russell Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Boston Iggys have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Parson Russell Terriers are not cat friendly.

Boston Iggys are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Parson Russell Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Boston Iggys are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Parson Russell Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boston Iggys are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Parson Russell Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Boston Iggys have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.