Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier

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

Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
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General Details
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-15 Years
Height
10-20 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
11-18 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1940 AD
1819 AD
Temperament
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Energy Level
Very High
Very High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Pink Eye
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Patterdale Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Blue
Chocolate
Red
Tan
Tri-Color
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Cream
White and Tan
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