A Jack Russell Waits Backstage With His Violin and Great Focus
The musician gazes ahead with alert dark eyes and one ear flopped over, his white and tan face set with focus. A wide lace ruff circles his neck, and his navy velvet coat is embroidered with swirls of gold. He holds an old wooden violin against his chest with a white paw framed by lace cuffs, and the polished curves of the instrument gleam in the candlelight. The painting has the quiet drama of a concert about to begin in a shadowy hall. His whiskers and the brown patch over one eye are painted with great care, which gives him a lovable, slightly mischievous look.
Jack Russell Terriers are bundles of energy, bred long ago to work with hunters. They are intelligent, bold and quick, and they need plenty of exercise and mental work to stay happy. A bored Jack Russell may dig, chase and bark, so daily runs, fetch and puzzle toys are very helpful. Training sessions that are short and fun suit their sharp minds. They also tend to be confident with other dogs, so good socialization and a secure fence make walks and play safer for everyone.
It is hard to imagine a Jack Russell sitting still long enough for a whole symphony, but here he stands like a true professional, waiting for the perfect moment to begin. We suspect the court will love the performance, and that he will finish with a very short, very energetic encore.
