I posted before I have one almost 16 years. Mine became an obedience wonder! It really is possible with them but ONLY if they think its in their interest and can burn off that kinetic energy!
True to their breed Jack Russel Terriers (and Parsons) need reward training (food or toy) to try to get their focus so you can even start to begin training. Eventually you can get them to work for praise with occasional treats or playtime. You also must give CLEAR instructions with what you want them to do (this is essential in many dogs).
To start, let him run, run, run! Throw a ball, Frisbee, or a "bouncy" dog toy if you have one (creativity is the key). We need him to slow down his reaction time and not snap at folks. Once focus is gotten you can show him you are really the greatest person alive! It is OK to talk softly and try to make him not worry about his new home as he is stressed and anxious--it will not make him do it more (See Dr. Patricia McConnell's behavior books). Respect out of love is more solid then fear based method used by a popular trainer.
Start with getting him to look at you--simple stuff and when he does praise him and quickly give him a treat (of if not food motivated a small squeaky toy)! Another wonderful method is clicker training--used on all mammals and birds (chickens respond really well to it!). You can find lots of information on the Internet about it.
Relax, initially move slowly and always talk softly for now. Don't yell "NO!" every second. He needs to hear "good boy!" so give him easy things you can praise for--even if its just a quick look at you when you talk to him. Tone of voice is important so sound like you mean what you are saying.
I absolutely adore these amazing terriers but they are definitely not for everyone. They often need an owner who is lightening fast in their response to effectively train them. They are incredibly cute and so many folks bought them and it was a bad match. Backyard breeding began and that's why so many are in rescue. Old story about many breeds, sigh.
True to their breed Jack Russel Terriers (and Parsons) need reward training (food or toy) to try to get their focus so you can even start to begin training. Eventually you can get them to work for praise with occasional treats or playtime. You also must give CLEAR instructions with what you want them to do (this is essential in many dogs).
To start, let him run, run, run! Throw a ball, Frisbee, or a "bouncy" dog toy if you have one (creativity is the key). We need him to slow down his reaction time and not snap at folks. Once focus is gotten you can show him you are really the greatest person alive! It is OK to talk softly and try to make him not worry about his new home as he is stressed and anxious--it will not make him do it more (See Dr. Patricia McConnell's behavior books). Respect out of love is more solid then fear based method used by a popular trainer.
Start with getting him to look at you--simple stuff and when he does praise him and quickly give him a treat (of if not food motivated a small squeaky toy)! Another wonderful method is clicker training--used on all mammals and birds (chickens respond really well to it!). You can find lots of information on the Internet about it.
Relax, initially move slowly and always talk softly for now. Don't yell "NO!" every second. He needs to hear "good boy!" so give him easy things you can praise for--even if its just a quick look at you when you talk to him. Tone of voice is important so sound like you mean what you are saying.
I absolutely adore these amazing terriers but they are definitely not for everyone. They often need an owner who is lightening fast in their response to effectively train them. They are incredibly cute and so many folks bought them and it was a bad match. Backyard breeding began and that's why so many are in rescue. Old story about many breeds, sigh.
