Dutch Schapendoes

Jack Russell Terrier

Dutch Schapendoes vs Jack Russell Terrier

Compare Dutch Schapendoes and Jack Russell Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Dutch Schapendoes

Jack Russell Terrier

Breed type

Purebred

Height

40 – 50 cm

25 – 30 cm

Weight

12 – 20 kg

5 – 6 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 15 years

13 – 16 years

Child friendly

4/5

5/5

Energy level

3/5

5/5

Intelligence

3/5

5/5

Trainability

3/5

5/5

Health

4/5

Grooming needs

2/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

5/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Dutch Schapendoes

Great with kids

Low grooming

Medium

Jack Russell Terrier

Great with kids

High energy

Super smart

Low grooming

Easy to train

Tiny

Summary

About Dutch Schapendoes

The Dutch Schapendoes is a medium, shaggy-coated Dutch herding dog, lively and agile with a bouncy gait. Cheerful, people-oriented and playful, it suits active families. Intelligent but independent, it needs positive training, regular mental exercise and frequent grooming.

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About Jack Russell Terrier

Jack Russell Terrier: small, sturdy, energetic fox-hunting terrier with bold, intelligent nature. Needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise plus mental work. Predominantly white, three coat types, strong digging and prey drive. Affectionate with family but demanding and unsuited to very sedentary homes.

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