Dear New Puppy Owner:Â
   Your Puppy is described as follows: Â
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 PakaJack ?????
   Whelped:
            September , 20??
   Parents: ![](/tp.gif)
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     UKC GRCH                  Â
   Coat type and color:  ![](/tp.gif)
Smooth White, Black & TanÂ
   Home Again Microchip # ![](/tp.gif)
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Thank you for choosing a PakaJack Russell of West AZ. Â When you purchase a PakaJack puppy, you and we the breeder, agree to certain factors, by receiving your PakaJack puppy you have agreed to the following criteria:Â
Remember these are guidelines, you should always consult your veterinarian for your puppyâs health care.
VACCINATIONS:
This puppy has had a vet check and shots given at approximately 8 weeks old.  Per the manufacturer's instructions, it is recommended that your puppy be given 3 sets of shots, at least 3 weeks apart. Then one booster annually. Rabies can be given at 4 months and should be given by the age of 6 months.  This puppy should be taken to the vet for a checkup and his/her next shot on           ,____________.
DIET
We feed as much dry food as they want and twice a day mix in some canned food. Â The dry food should not include corn or soy as one of the first ingredients. Â Do not feed your puppy, chocolate, onions, grapes, raisins or a lot of garlic. Â You should also look up other household poisons (see enclosed list). Â A good quality food can be found at a local pet store. Â Â
POTTY TRAINING
Put the food up by early to mid evening. Â Your puppy depending on the age, more than likely has not been fully potty trained. Â He/she has been accustomed to sleeping in a puppy pen with siblings and then waking and soiling on puppy litter or an artificial grass pad. Â As a general rule of thumb, a puppy can hold its bladder for one hour per month-of-age plus one. Â In other words, a two-month-old puppy can hold its bladder and bowels for 3 hours, a three-month-old for 4 hours, and a five-month-old for 6 hours. Â Most puppies cannot be fully housebroken before they are 6 months old! Â Consistency and routine are key!
Praise! Praise! Praise the puppy! Â Using the same word consistently is a good way to help them understand what you want from them. Â
It is important to know when your puppy will have to go to the bathroom. Â
   Put them where you want them to go: Â
   Right after waking up
   After a few moments of excited play
   After eating
   After drinking
   A few hours after the last time
Go out with your puppy and make sure he potties. Â If you do not go out with him/her, he might just sit by the door and wait for you to come back. Â Then he comes in the house and has to go, so he goes on the floor or rug. Â I always walk out with young pups, that way it is easy to praise them when they go. Â They get the idea much quicker in this manner. Â My neighbors probably think we are crazy standing outside saying good potty, good potty. Â It also works when they get a little older and forget that they are outside to go potty not play. Â Much like a little child when they are learning potty training. Â They get outside playing, and then you call them in, and gee, they still had to go and can not tell you.Â
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NIGHT TIME CRYING & CRATES
Please remember that your new puppy has been accustomed to sleeping with a pile of other puppies. Â Your puppy has been in a confined exercise pen and may still be scared in his/her new environment, especially alone. Â Please be patient and place the puppy in his/her area right away to show them where they will be sleeping. Â Maybe give them a treat, or dog approved stuffed animal or toy.Â
The first week or so your puppy may cry during the night or while you are away. Â Remember that if you pick the puppy up and put the puppy in your bed that your puppy will expect this. Â Itâs not always a bad thing â we love to sleep with them. Â
Do not teach your puppy to cry! Â Reward your puppy by picking it up when he/she is NOT crying. Â Wait until he/she stops or pauses crying and then pick it up! Â Never ever call your dog and then punish it. Â They should always be praised for coming to you. Â If you feel you must punish, do not call them, go get them. Â Punishment should be very mild as these dogs are very sensitive. Â A stern "NO" will usually suffice. Â Clicker training is the very best training as it rewards good behavior. Â Positive training works much faster too.
WATER SAFETY
Be very careful with Russell Terriers and pools or ponds. Â They have very short legs and some of them do not always swim well. Â Yet most love the water. Â Our dog Meatball loves to dive in and swim, but if another dog knocks into him he can get in trouble in a hurry. Â So around water he wears a life jacket. Â Many Russells have drowned, more than you can believe. Â Be VERY careful of any water that is deeper than the height of their back. Â
MORE INFORMATION Â
FYI: Â You own a Short Jack Russell Terrier, also known as AKC Russell Terrier, âshortyâ, not a Parsons. Â The difference, the Parson Russell Terrier is a leggier-taller dog between the heights of 12-16 inches and has a squarer silhouette. Â The Russell is a slightly longer than tall Russell between the heights of 10-12 inches, has more bone and usually slightly more muscle. Â This breed is not a âpuddinâ. While usually a term of endearment, puddins are often referred to dogs that are dwarfed and this is a medical condition. Some puppies develop prick ears and front legs that are not straight and these traits are undesirable; however, they are at present somewhat common in the breed and not a medical condition.
   The sellers:
   Connie & W.A. Mathewson âPakajack Russells of West AZÂ
   P.O. Box 634 Parker, AZ  85344 (928) 669-9647 or Cell: (480) 390-0793 Â
   E-mail: connie@shortjackrussells.com or wamo51@yahoo.com
   Web: http://www.shortjackrussells.comÂ