Jack Russel Terrier

These are the most common inherited illnesses in Jack Russell Terriers.  Jack Russell Terriers can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding Jack Russell Terriers, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring. 

These are the most common inherited illnesses in Jack Russel Terriers.  Jack Russel Terriers can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding Jack Russel Terriers, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring.