Information About Bichon Russell Mixed Puppies

The demand for hybrid, or "designer," dogs (crosses between two different types of purebred dogs) has led to the introduction of many different types. One of these, the bichon Russell, or Jackie-bichon, is a cross between the purebred bichon frise and the purebred Jack Russell terrier.

  1. The Jackie-Bichon

    • Jackie-bichons combine the cheerful, eager-to-please nature of the bichon with the intelligence and loyalty of the Jack Russell terrier. Jackie-bichon puppies are usually born in litters of one to six. They are sometimes the product of multigenerational crossbreeding and may be more bichon then Russell and vice versa.

    Physical Characteristics

    • Most Jackie-bichons have the curly, layered coat of the bichon and the short, angular body of the Russell. Variations are very common, however, depending on which genetic traits the puppies inherit. Puppies that do inherit the bichon coat will need to be brushed and trimmed often as they grow in order to avoid matting; bichons are one of the few breeds that do not shed. Colors range from pure white to beige, and many Jackie-bichon mixes are multicolored.

    Temperament

    • As working dogs, Jack Russell terriers are known for their loyal, but stubborn nature and for their intelligence. Bichons are cheerful dogs that are obedient and easy to train. Bichon Russell puppies may be more difficult to train if training does not begin early, but with consistency, usually grow to be obedient and affectionate dogs that get along with people of all ages and other dogs as well.

    Excercise

    • Jackie-bichon puppies need daily exercise but are usually able to obtain this from daily walks and do not require a yard. For this reason, they are ideal dogs for apartments.

    Considerations

    • Bichon Russell puppies are sometimes extremely sensitive to flea bites and are also more prone to epilepsy and watery eyes then other breeds.