What Is the Jack Russell Terrier Club of America?

The JRTCA is the largest breed club in the world dedicated to the Jack Russell Terrier. It is opposed to kennel club recognition of the breed and has a breed standard and a unique registry that allows registration only of adult dogs who are reviewed by a veterinarian for soundness and are found to be free of detectable defects. The JRTCA sanctions judges for the canine sports it supports, including conformation, go-to-ground, racing, and field work.

The JRTCA is also an educational organization dedicated to the motto “Preserve, Protect, and Work.” It has an associated Research Foundation (www.jrt-research.com) that encourages, promotes, and supports research on genetic defects found in Jack Russells. It also supports Russell Rescue Inc. (www.russellrescue.com), a group that places abandoned, goodnatured, healthy Jack Russells in permanent homes.

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