Russell Terrier dog
Small breed active energy medium Terrier Group

Russell Terrier

Alert, Inquisitive, Lively

These jaunty little fellows pack lots of personality into a compact, rectangular body standing 10 to 12 inches at the shoulder. Their dark, almond-shaped eyes and mobile V-shaped ears bring out the keenly intelligent expressionโ€”an endearing hallmark of the breed. All three coat tโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 9โ€“15 lbs (4.08โ€“6.8 kg) ๐Ÿ“ 10โ€“12" ๐ŸŽ‚ 12โ€“14 yr lifespan

Russell Terrier Characteristics

Energy

100%

Shedding

40%

Trainability

60%

Grooming

40%

Friendliness

80%

Coat Type

medium

Weekly Brushing

Expert Picks for Russell Terriers

โญ Top Pick Taste of the Wild High Prairie

dog food

Taste of the Wild High Prairie

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Best value grain-free option โ€” great for active dogsโ€ฆ

Chuckit! Ultra Ball

toys

Chuckit! Ultra Ball

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Best fetch ball โ€” pairs perfectly with the Chuckit launcherโ€ฆ

Casper Dog Bed

beds

Casper Dog Bed

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Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

health

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

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Best DNA test overall โ€” unmatched health screening depthโ€ฆ

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

training

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

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Best budget GPS tracker โ€” lighter and cheaper with health monitoringโ€ฆ

Andis Premium Dematting Comb

grooming

Andis Premium Dematting Comb

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Best dematting tool โ€” essential for long-coated breeds prone to tangleโ€ฆ

Russell Terrier Care Tips

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Requires 90+ minutes vigorous exercise daily โ€” fetch, agility, or long hikes.

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