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Dachshund vs Jack Russell Terrier
Dachshund
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Jack Russell Terrier
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Choose the Dachshund if you want…
- a home with other pets
- a flat or small home
- a calmer companion
Choose the Jack Russell Terrier if you want…
- a dog or cat that learns quickly
- less time spent grooming
- an active companion for long walks and play
Side by side
| Trait | Dachshund | Jack Russell Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small | Small |
| Weight | 7–14 kg (15–31 lb) | 6–8 kg (13–18 lb) |
| Height | 20–27 cm (8–11 in) | 25–30 cm (10–12 in) |
| Life span | 12–16 years | 13–16 years |
| Origin | Germany | England |
| Energy | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Trainability | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Good with children | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good with other pets | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Suits a flat | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Grooming needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the Dachshund or the Jack Russell Terrier?
The Dachshund — typically about 1.5 times the weight. Dachshund: 7–14 kg (15–31 lb); Jack Russell Terrier: 6–8 kg (13–18 lb).
Which lives longer, the Dachshund or the Jack Russell Terrier?
Their typical life spans are about the same. Dachshund: 12–16 years; Jack Russell Terrier: 13–16 years.
Is the Dachshund or the Jack Russell Terrier better with children?
We rate them the same. Both still need supervision with young children.
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