The story of how Jesse the Jack Russell his owner

If you have seen other Jesse videos, you are familiar with the variety of skills that Jesse has.  In fact, Jesse has his own movie called A Doggone Christmas.  Dr. Anne Fawcett interviewed Jesse’s trainer, Heather Brook, in Small Animal Talk, about her journey with Jesse.

Heather was only 16 years old when she got Jesse for her birthday.  That’s because she asked for a Jack Russell Terrier.  She was so eager to have one that she saved her allowance to take care of all of Jesse’s care—including vet bills, food, and toys.  Talk about a responsible 16-years-old!

Heather met Jesse when he was only 3-weeks-old.  It was the day his eyes and ears opened.  Isn’t that synchronicity!   It was love at first sight.  Heather visited Jesse every week for the next 5 weeks until he was old enough to go home with her.

This Jack Russell taught himself a trick at 9 weeks old

Heather said that when Jesse was 9 weeks old, he taught himself to sit up and beg.  They started with the basic tricks like roll over, play dead, and shake.  Jesse picked up on every skill quickly, with a spark in his eyes.  He loves this.  Then they moved on to the advanced tricks.  Jesse actually thinks up some of the tricks all by himself.  Heather wants to make sure that Jesse has fun doing this.  This partnership is based on an extraordinary bond.  You can read the entire interview here.  Enjoy watching or doing aerobics with Jesse the Jack Russell.

If you enjoy this video, here is another one of Jesse helping around the house.

Article source:  Dr. Anne Fawcett on Small Animal Talk

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What is a Coton De Tulear like?

According to Coton Club, there are 2 breeds sold in the U.S. that are called Coton De Tulear, but they are 2 very different breeds. One is the French Coton, which is a breed mixed with Maltese and Bichon Frise.  And they look pretty much like a Maltese.  The original, and more rare, breed is the Madagascar Coton De Tulear, developed over centuries in Madagascar.  These Cotons are very intelligent, very gentle, laid-back, and easy to toilet train.

Before getting your Coton, Coton Club recommends that you ask the breeder how they have socialized the puppies, and ask about the temperament and genetics of the parents.  The Coton shed very little, so it’s wonderful for people who have allergies.  Of the long-haired dogs, the Coton probably has the easiest hair to care for.  When they get wet, their hair dries quickly.  Even though you still have to groom them regularly, they don’t require extensive brushing.

Probably what draws people to Coton is their temperament.  They are companion dogs, and they adore their human family.  They will actually study their humans with great care.  One of their favorite activities is to snuggle up in your lap or lie down on the floor right next to you.  And they understand that children who rough-house with them mean well.  You can read more about this breed here.  

Enjoy watching adorable Rosa quickly fit into her family of humans and dogs.  If you enjoy this Coton de Tulear, you might also enjoy this video.

Article source:  Coton Club

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