Re: Jack-a-Beagle

Posted by: Linda
Posted on: February 01, 2001 at 06:43:47

In Reply to: Jack-a-Beagle
Posted by: Cris Lacusky
Posted on: January 31, 2001 at 21:21:35

Question:

: This week, my family and I rescued an eight week old puppy from the Humane Society. We were told the puppy was a Beagle mix, fell in love and brought her home. When I took her to our vet, he informed me there was strong evidence that this puppy is a JRT, with some Beagle in it too.

: I have two children, ages 7 and 4, and a one-year-old Border Collie. Our JRT has adjusted well, but is very interested in "owning" all of our Border Collie's toys. My husband is worried about holes in the yard. We've all grown very fond of Kimmi, and she's quickly getting the hang of housebreaking and crate training. But suddenly, I'm freaking out.

: Tell me, am I overreacting or can this all work out?

: Thanks,

: Cris Lacusky

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Personally I think so, the main reason being you really have no way of knowing what is in this dog and it may be a terrier mix but it may not. Unless the Vet did DNA on the dog he really doesn't know either and is just guessing. Some Jack Russells can be excellent with Children but that is up to you as a parent, my thinking is don't worry about something that may happen, because it also may not and you are creating more problems than it is worth.
Regards
Linda