Jackapoo
Baci lookin' sharp in his red hoodie.
Baci at Puppy Kindergarden
See Baci live on the BaciCam! (this link is not always active)
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 Update July 2006:
Lots of news over the last two months. First, we're pleased to report that Baci has just completed his first paid job! He was selected by Land's End for a press show, modeling their new lighted dog coats. I'll post some pictures as soon as we receive them. Great job, Baci Boy!
We've had a few health issues this month as well :-( First, after visiting family up in Connecticut, we discovered a tick on Baci's chin when we got back home. It was already dead, thanks to Frontline, I assume, but he wasn't very happy when we removed it with tweezers. Also, our poor poo had developed a "hot spot" on his back. We took him to the vet, who had to trim his hair a bit so we could treat it. After a week of antibiotics and a topical ointment, I'm pleased to say it's almost healed completely. I'm planning on adding a page of Baci's e-friends -- posting all the pictures of other Jackapoo's we've heard from since starting this page, so if you have a Poo send me a pic asap! Our breeder recently had a new litter of Jackapoo's - they are so gorgous, like little black & white cookies. I'm working hard trying to convince my wife to get Baci a little sister! New pics will be added to this page very soon. |
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Update May 2006:
I'm sure I sound like the typical proud parent, but Baci is so smart it's nearly unbelieveable. Irene has taught him so many tricks
and he's mastering all of them -- sit, stay, lie down, jump, spin, roll over and even moonwalking! I've been working on frisbee and
catch -- both of which are coming along nicely. Baci was catching off a bounce but this week he is starting to catch
the ball directly from in the air! I know he loves to play as he'll often walk over with a tennis ball and drop it at my feet no matter what I'm doing!
We are, however, having some issues with a big bully at the local park :-( Baci loves ALL dogs, but this big S.O.B. seems to have it in for him. One would think the owner would take some responsibility and pull him off our much smaller Baci, but no such luck. Health-wise, we are starting flea prevention rx soon. I've started treating Baci to some of that spread-able Liverwurst in his hollow bones - he LOVES it! Oh yeah, we also entered Baci in the Old Navy new mascot search contest. Here's his profile. Good luck, Baci Boy! |
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Update April 2006:
phew! We are pleased to report that with great advice from our trainer, Baci has been much better behaved the last
few weeks. We have implemented an aggressive program of "time-out's" any time he does something naughty, and
it seems to be paying off quite nicely. Jumping up has sharply reduced, as has grabbing things, jumping on the furniture, harassing us at meals, etc. We definitely recommend you practice time-out's religiously so your pup will learn how to behave.
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Update March 2006:
At almost 8 months, Baci is becoming a very bad little boy :-( Though many people warned us "it's going to get worse before it gets better," that's a small consolation when your living with a little black demon! If you have any tips on how to keep a puppy in-line -- ideally using only positive reenforcement -- please share! randrewkenney @ yahoo.com
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Introduction
One of the best ways to provide mental excercise for your Jackapoo (or any terrier, really) is to throw away your food bowl and feed your dog only through a Kong Toy or Molecular Ball -- this way your dog is expending energy and solving a puzzle every time he eats. Baci loves rolling around his Kong to extract his breakfast or supper!
Baci in Action!
Breeders
It's difficult to find a lot of information on Jackapoo's online, which is one of the reasons I created this page. We got Baci from a terrifc, responsible breeder in rural Missouri - DoubleJ Kennel. The poor little fella had to fly to reach us in NY. Be sure to ask for Janice if you contact them!
Some, perhaps many, cannine enthusiasts consider ANY breeder who intentionally breeds mixed-breed dogs to be irresponsible. I respectfully disagree this assertion -- why on earth is it fine to breed "pure breed" dogs but not mixed ones? Yes, of course their many, many dogs in need of rescue -- but that includes lots of pure breeds, not just mixed breed dogs!
At any rate, please be sure to get your Jackapoo only from a rescue program or responsible breeder - never a pet store!
Facts About BaciOf course I can't say for sure if the notes below extend to all Jackapoo's, but here is some info on little Bachismo:
Super Social:
Baci loves other people, other dogs, kids and basically any other living thing. He is a very social puppy. In fact we've yet to run into any dog that he was afraid of. Conversely though, Baci HATES being alone. (This is just like Jack Russells.) This can make crating him to go out or attend to household chores a heart-breaking experience. We take his crate in the bedroom at night which has helped tremendously. Of course even though it's hard, you MUST ignore a whining or crying pup in his crate (unless of course he needs to eliminate).
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Smart: At first, we were containing Baci in a 36" x-pen, as he was too young to be crated each day (a dog sitter visits Baci twice a workday). At 4 1/2 months, though, he was jumping right over it, out of his pen (this was a 7lb dog!). We quickly replaced that pen with a 48" metal pen. The very next day, we found him out again -- Baci was now pulling himself on the metal cross bars of the pen to pull himself up and over. Smart little devil! So from now on, it's the crate only when we're not home!
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Playful and Energetic: As I mentioned in the introduction, this Jackapoo has almost endless energy (though he does sleep 12 - 14 hours a day). We are often worn down long before he is! Toys are a great solution to keep your pup occupied (and save your home!). Baci is especially drawn to toys that squeak or make noise. Chew toys, of course, are also essential. Baci loves flossies and Bully Sticks. Remember, your dog should always have a chew toy when he is in his crate.
Plush toys, are unfortunately out of the question -- Baci rips them apart within minutes. He loves to de-stuff any plush toy :-) So far only one of 15 has been able to survive our little devil! Last, buy some hollow marrow bones, spread cream cheese, liverwurst or peanut butter on them and put them in the freezer. This can occupy your little guy for hours - great to give him right before you leave the house and he'll be alone.
Allergies: Though irresponsible breeders often bill Jackapoo's (or Cockapoo's or Labradoodles) as "hypoallergenic" there is nothing to substantiate such a claim. I have terrible cat allergies, but Baci doesn't bother me at all. A family friend, however, is highly allergic to him. Bottom line is allergies are different for everyone, but just because the dog's father was a poodle (poodles produce no dander) certainly does not guarantee a "hypoallergenic" dog. Steer clear of breeders that claim otherwise!
Diet: We feed Baci mostly dry but a bit of wet puppy food, now twice a day. Baci also loves just about any other food -- especially meat, chicken, American cheese, cream cheese and carrots. Never give a dog grapes, chocolate or lettuce. You should also avoid high sugar foods, including many brands of dog treats.
Update 4/06 - now at 8 months old, we have switched from puppy to adult dog food. This was because a) most of his adult teeth have come in and b) quality puppy food contains high amounts of protein, which also gives a pup excessive energy. It's our hope that a lower-protein food will help calm Baci down. Similarly, we found that cutting peanut butter out of his diet has helped slow him down a bit.
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