Originally posted by caseysmom
A friend of mine at work's jack russell just had a litter of 9, another friend has a pup from the last litter, he says it has been a good dog so far. I know jack russells are high energy...I know I am crazy but its kind of hard to resist.
From what you've said so far, I'd steer far from a JRT if I were you. You are going to get everything that you don't want. I have a JRT mix and let me tell you, this is not breed for everyone. She's, er, something else. Not only high energy, but with a myriad of behavioral issues common in JRTs that we've had little success of altering. Toy Fox Terriers are great little dogs, but a bit needy and VERY hyper as pups.

I also agree with Giselle that IGs are a bit needy too, as are most small breeds.