Appearance of the Cojack
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| Although a hybrid breed, the Cojack seems to do a very good job of sticking to a similar type of appearance. It's a medium-sized dog with short but sturdy legs that hold its long body firmly together. The Cojack takes on the Corgi's ears, which are high and erect, allowing the dark brown, almond-shaped eyes to be very visible on the face. Some versions of this breed can end up resembling the Jack Russell Terrier in that their ears can curve upwards a little or fold back completely, depending on the strength of the gene. Whichever version of the Cojack you get, they're adorable all around. Their fur is short and smooth, close to the body, but can have a slightly rough texture. The coat can come in a number of different colors and markings, but tends to adopt the appearance of both parent breeds, either patched colored sections like the Jack Russell or the branded saddle shape and white blaze on the forehead like the Corgi. |
Temperament of the Cojack
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| With parents like the Jack Russell Terrier and the Corgi, there's no doubt that the Cojack will be a friendly, energetic and intelligent hybrid breed. While these dogs were both destined to be pets, the Jack Russell is indeed a Terrier, so it has that breeding desire deep in its bones. This trait can be passed on to the Cojack, but it will most likely reveal itself simply in a lot of energy that can easily be diverted to play or training. Both Cojack parent breeds are easy to train and eager to please, so training your dog shouldn't be too difficult. It's important to start early with training and socialization so that any protective tendencies or bad manners can be diverted early on. The Cojack won't tend to bark often, but he can alert you to a new person or a strange situation if necessary. He's a great dog for any size of home, as long as there's a way for him to get some exercise, and he does wonderfully with families who may have young children or other pets. |
Needs and activities of the Cojack
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| Because the Cojack is a breed with fairly active parent breeds, there will need to be a moderate amount of activity opportunities for him throughout the day. A few good play or training sessions should be enough to exhaust him mentally and physically. The good thing about this breed is that, although the Cojack is energetic, he can also be a couch potato, which means plenty of snuggle time. Excellent ways to interact with your dog and give him a good workout would be a long walk, a brisk jog, playing in the park, a game of fetch or a workout. Just 45 minutes to an hour should be enough several times a day to keep Cojack happy and healthy. Just make sure you spend some of this playtime training, as this helps the dog behave well and tires him out mentally. The Cojack doesn't bark often and won't tend to bark frequently even if he's all wound up. This makes him ideal for the city or the country, whichever you prefer. |
Maintenance of the Cojack
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| The Cojack is a very low-maintenance type of dog. Its short coat tends to shed very little and will only need brushing once or twice a week, just to keep it clean and shiny. Although this breed doesn't shed very often, it does shed a little so it's not completely hypoallergenic. However, it would be an excellent choice of dog for someone with just mild allergies who isn't too affected by small amounts of loose hair. Bathing should only take place every few months or if your dog is particularly dirty, as Cojack doesn't have a bad dog smell. If you have a Cojack with folded ears, be sure to dry them thoroughly after bathing or swimming to avoid any trapped moisture that could lead to ear infections. In addition to bathing and brushing, basic care would be to trim your dog's nails every few weeks or when you see the nails clicking against the floor. This will keep the paws healthy and snag-free. Because of its shorter coat, the Cojack tends to prefer warmer temperatures and doesn't overheat too quickly. |
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