What kinds of people will best be able to develop a Jack Russell into a good pet?

Only energetic, patient people with an active lifestyle, a sense of humor, experience with dogs and the willingness to train a challenging breed. The Jack Russell’s intense energy and independence require substantial energy and dedication in return on the part of an owner. No Jack Russell can be completely controlled, and successful Jack Russell owners are the type of
people who can live with this reality. In fact, many Jack Russell people actually like this aspect of the Jack Russell’s personality and appreciate the breed’s independence and energy.

What kinds of people will probably have difficulty managing a Jack Russell Terrier as a pet?
People who have not researched the breed and don’t realize the high activity level of the Jack Russell Terrier will have difficulty managing this dog. People who lead busy lives with little time to exercise a very active dog will have problems. So will sedentary people who are looking for a canine couch potato to keep them company. Jack Russells are anything but couch potatoes. Also, anyone who lives in an apartment will have trouble with a Jack Russell Terrier. People who are not willing to attend obedience classes and put substantial energy into training a dog will not be happy with a Jack Russell Terrier as a pet. First-time dog owners also have trouble
handling this active terrier.