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The Jack Russell Climbed Into the Driver's Seat Like He Owned the Farm

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An old tractor seat in the corner of a rustic barn has a new driver. A tricolor Jack Russell Terrier sits proudly upright with one ear folded and a keen look on his face, as though he is about to start the engine. Over his shoulder, Copper the chestnut horse leans down, huge and calm, with a gleaming eye that seems to ask whether this is a good idea. Tools and baskets hang along the weathered wall behind them. Gloves, a wicker basket and a watering can fill the shelves behind them, and the whole scene smells of old wood and hay.

Jack Russell Terriers are bold, quick, tireless little dogs that were originally bred for active work. They tend to thrive with lots of exercise, firm friendly training and something to keep their brain busy, because a bored terrier can find his own entertainment, and it is rarely tidy. Around farm equipment, safety matters. Machinery with sharp or moving parts is no place for pets, and a curious dog should be supervised or kept clear. This one is perched on a retired seat, so the only thing getting driven is the imagination.

Copper clearly trusts his small friend to steer. If that is the case, then the barn is in capable paws, and tonight's plan is probably a slow lap around the hay. The terrier's expression says he has big plans for the afternoon, even if the plans never leave the barn.

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