Jack Russell Parents
Celebrating Jack Russell Terrier dogs and companionship with canines of every kind! Each Monday, we’ll explore all the hilarious and humbling, heartfelt and harrowing stories that only dog parents can truly relate to.
To brighten the end of your week, each Thursday we’ll drop a Zoomiesode—a fast-paced mini episode highlighting news and stories from dog-centric entertainment and social media!
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 16 minutes
- Episodes
- 102
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2022
Netflix's New Dog Movie is Troublesome (Zoomiesode)
Hollywood continues its celebration of Jack Russell Terriers, even in animated movies like the new "Dog Gone Trouble" on Netflix. Can you blame 'em? JRTs are pretty awesome in every way.
For this wee…
Therapy Dogs with Author Kristin Tubb (Luna Howls at the Moon)
Life can be downright stressful. And loving on a dog is a wonderful way to chase away the dark clouds. Seriously. It's science. :) Join us as we chat about a scientific study proving dogs alleviate s…
Teenage Girl Fights Off Bear to Save Her Pups (Zoomiesode)
Mama bears got nothin' on this puppy mama! For our first weekly Zoomiesode (aka Thursday mini episode), we highlight how teenage dog parent Hailey Morinico successfully defended her four dogs from a …
Instafamous Dogs with Petpreneur Tori Mistick
Join us as we dig into the Instagram feeds of 3 great Instapup accounts: Doug the Pug, Manny the Frenchie, and Marlierose the JRT. Then learn the secrets to growing your beautiful pup's Instagram fol…
What Are Your Dog's Best Tricks?
Let's brag about all the cool things our dogs can do! Or all the hilarious ways they defy our commands! This week, we share a few step-by-step instructions for popular tricks (wait, yawn, bow), then …
The In-N-Out Burger Pup Patty (Minisode)
We were out of the studio for this week's episode! Our dog park plans were rained out, so what better way to boost our spirits than to visit In-N-Out Burger? They even have a secret menu item for dog…
Bonding with Dogs featuring Dogs BOND Game Creator Alex Lu
We sniff out the best ways to bond with your dog before we chat with Alex Lu, the creator of an amazing new board game called Dogs BOND.
In Dogs BOND, the players are shelter dogs gaining points and …
Dog Sleeping Arrangements
This week, we examine the meaning of dog sleeping positions and Jack Russell Terrier sleeping preferences. We'll also share great JRT fan answers about how their Jack Russells take over their beds, t…
Famous JRTs: Moose aka Eddie from Frasier
This week, we chat about the legendary career of Moose, the Jack Russell Terrier who played Eddie Crane on the TV show Frasier.
Special thanks to the talented Keithron Powell for the use of his excel…
Animal Defense League of Texas's April Adopt-a-thon with Michelle Thorson
This week, we discuss the Animal Defense League of Texas (a non-profit, no-kill shelter since 1934) and their April Adopt-a-thon with Development and Marketing Manager, Michelle Thorson. We also shar…
Service Dogs with Author Kristin O'Donnell Tubb
This week, we chat with award-winning author Kristin O'Donnell Tubb about the research and inspiration for her excellent middle grade novels A Dog Like Daisy and Zeus, Dog of Chaos – told from the pe…
National Pet Parents Day Giveaway
Listen to this bonus episode for the secret code needed to enter to win our $100 Chewy.com e-gift card National Pet Parents Day giveaway! Enter to win at https://jackrussellparents.com/national-pet-p…
The Best Dogs for Your Personality Type
This week, we review which dog breeds are most compatible for each of the 9 Enneagram personality types.
Dogs and the Enneagram
This week, we dig into the 9 Enneagram personality types and how they relate to dog parenting. We'll also interview special guest and Enneagram expert Kelsey Taylor, as well as share great stories fr…
Dog Walking and the Zoomies
This week, we explain what "the zoomies" are. We'll also read JRT fan answers to the question, "Do you walk your dog, or does your dog walk you?"
Podcast Launch Party Giveaway
In this super-short bonus episode, we reveal the code word for the Podcast Launch party e-prizes. Fill in the form with the correct code word on our site by Monday, March 29, 2021 to be eligible to w…
Walking Your Human with Author Liz Ledden
This week, we will outline expert dog walking tips. We'll also interview children's author Liz Ledden about her wonderful new picture book, Walking Your Human.
BarkBox Super Chewer Reveal
This week, we open our first Super Chewer subscription box, check out the haul of toys and treats, and make a bet on which treat our dog Carson will like most.
Dog Names
This week, we will explore the art and science of naming your dog and how to use their name. We'll also chat about names for tiny dogs, and then share great stories from you, our fellow dog lovers, a…
Happy National Puppy Day
In this bonus episode, we will outline some great ways to celebrate National Puppy Day.