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Name	Plummer Terrier	Patterdale Terrier	Jack Russell Terrier
Origins	United Kingdom	England	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Plummer Dog	Black Fell Terrier	Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Patterdale Terrier? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier weight comparison:	12-15 pounds	11-13 pounds (5-6 kg)	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	13.5 pounds	12 pounds (5.5 kg)	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier height comparison:	Male: 13-14 inches (32–36 cm), Female: 11-13 inches (28–34 cm)	12-15 inches	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (32–36 cm), Female: 12 inches (28–34 cm)	13.5 inches	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$700	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Average: The Plummer Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Patterdale Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier trainability comparison.	Plummer Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are hard to train. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Plummer Terrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Plummer Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Friendly Bold Selfish Fearless Confidence	Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Inquisitive Bold	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Plummer Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Patterdale Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	High: Plummer Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Patterdale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier social needs comparison:	Plummer Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Plummer Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Plummer Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Plummer Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Patterdale Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Low to Average: The Plummer Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Patterdale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Plummer Terrier indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Patterdale Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Plummer Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Patterdale Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Plummer Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Patterdale Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Plummer Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Patterdale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Plummer Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	The Plummer Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Patterdale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Conjunctivitis	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Plummer Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Patterdale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Plummer Terrier, Patterdale Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Plummer Terrier: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Patterdale Terrier: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier energy level comparison:	Plummer Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Plummer Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Patterdale Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Plummer Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Patterdale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Plummer Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Patterdale Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier coat comparison:	Soft	Dense Rough Smooth	Rough
Colors What are the original Plummer Terrier, Patterdale Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier color?	White Copper	Black Brown Golden	Black Tan White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Plummer Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Patterdale Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Plummer Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Plummer Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Patterdale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Plummer Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Patterdale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Plummer Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Plummer Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Plummer Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Plummer Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Plummer Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Yes Plummer Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Patterdale Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Plummer Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Patterdale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Plummer Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Patterdale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Plummer Terrier or Patterdale Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Not really Plummer Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Patterdale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Plummer Terrier and Patterdale Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier have?	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Plummer Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America

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