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How can I tell if my dog is a purebred, specifically a Jack Russell?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chow Chow | Female | spayed | 3 months and 4 days old

Can u tell if my dog is a pure breed without doing any tests or visits to a vet, also is it a jack Russell terrier?

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Answered By Amy S. Eutsey, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 10th, 2020

Hello. Max is a very cute puppy that has characteristics of a few different breeds. He does not appear to be a specific pure breed and does not appear to be 100% Jack Russel Terrier. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach

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