American Eskimo Dog vs Jack Russell Terrier

Compare the American Eskimo Dog to the Jack Russell Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Eskimo Dogs and Jack Russell Terriers.

American Eskimo Dog vs Jack Russell Terrier
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
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General Details
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
9-20 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
6-35 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1819 AD
Temperament
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Diabetes
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
American Eskimo Dog
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Cream
White and Cream
White and Tan
White and Tan
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