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Jack Russell

British

noun

Also called: Jack Russell terrier. a small short-legged terrier having a white coat with tan, black, or lemon markings: there are rough- and smooth-haired varieties

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Etymology

Origin of Jack Russell

named after John Russell (1795–1883), English clergyman who developed the breed

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Wishbone, the titular dog of the series, was played by a Jack Russell terrier named Soccer.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026

Yuliia, 33, another neighbour, was out walking her Jack Russell.

From BBC ● Feb. 18, 2025

If you think of a Jack Russell and a Labrador, let's say that it needed a Jack Russell.

From Salon ● Apr. 18, 2024

The breeding of beagles, Jack Russell terriers and miniature schnauzers could also be affected, as well as of dogs with short noses, like the English bulldog, French bulldog and pug.

From New York Times ● Mar. 28, 2024

There’s a growl from behind him, and for the first time I see the Jack Russell terrier.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

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