Unlike their smooth-coated cousins, a rough-coated Jack Russell doesn't appear sleek but rather a bit wiry. Jack Russell Terriers with a rough coat have longer hair that covers their entire body. They won't need a bath that often but a smooth coat can attract dirt and oil easily.

Dogs with smooth coats will need a couple of brushes a week to keep their (predominantly white) loose hair from covering your home.

It's quite short and is the easiest of the 3 types to care for. This breed can have a smooth, broken, or rough coat and they're all double coats – meaning you can expect a fair amount of shedding.Ī smooth coat appears sleek but isn't necessarily soft.