Registry
On February 1st, 1996, the JRTCC implemented a Breed Registry, designed specifically to maintain the Jack Russell Terrier as a healthy Working Terrier, free from genetic faults and characteristics that would be detrimental. Offspring of registered terriers that also meet the criteria will be eligible to be considered for registration.
A terrier is not eligible for registration with the JRTCC in the Breed Register until it reaches one year of age, has attained its full adult height, dentition and other aspects considered for full maturity. To be accepted into the registry, the terrier must adhere to the Breed Standard.
Effective August 2025, the JRTCC is moving to electronic submission of forms and distribution of registration certificates. All forms should be downloaded from the website and filled out electronically in Adobe Acrobat. Photographs, genetic test results and the veterinary certificate must be scanned or photographed and sent as attachments. To register a terrier, a member must complete the applicable forms and send them by email to: registrar@jrtcc.ca
The forms will be checked for completeness, and if the terrier meets the requirements, it will be issued a Certificate of Registration.
Spayed and neutered terriers that meet the general criteria for a Jack Russell Terrier can be "Recorded" in the registry. All records on the recorded terrier will be kept on file the same as for the registry, and a Certificate of Recording will be issued, which permits the terrier to qualify for JRTCC Trial and Certificate of Field Worthiness and compete in both sanctioned and non sanctioned events at JRTCC trials.
Application and appeal procedures
If there are any errors or missing documentation from the application the registrar will inform the member by email, and the member has 60 days to correct and/or supply the required documentation, or the application will be closed, the application fee forfeited, and the member will have to resubmit the entire application.
All registration applications will be submitted by the registrar to the breeders committee for approval. The breeders committee will make a recommendation to the JRTCC Board of Directors for approval. All appeals of this decision should include the reasons for the appeal and any supporting documentation. The Board of Directors will review the appeal, and its decision will be final.
The Registration/Recording Certificate will be issued electronically, via email. This certificate will act as the terrier's proof of Registration or Recording.
How to fill and sign a PDF form
1. Open a PDF document in Acrobat.
2. Click the “Fill & Sign” tool.
3. Fill out your form: Complete form filling by a) clicking a text field and typing text into the box, b) clicking the dropdown menu and selecting the option that applies to you, or c) clicking to check a box.
4. Sign your form: Click “Sign” in the toolbar at the top of the page. Then draw, type, or choose an image for your signature. Then click “Apply” to place your signature on the form.
5. Send your form: After you have filled out the form, you can share the PDF with others and even send it to be signed, for example, co-owners. To share the form, click Next and follow the instructions.
6. Once the form is complete, save the form.
7. Email the completed form to the registrar along with the other required documents.
Forms
Click below on any of the following links for all your Registration needs!
Registry Requirements
Age
Jack Russell Terrier must be over one (1) year of age to qualify for Registration/Recording.
Membership
The owner must be a current member in good standing of the Jack Russell Terrier Club of Canada for the Jack Russell Terrier to be Registered/Recorded.
Application Form
Application Form completed in full and signed. Fee is $25 for terrier whose parents are JRTCC or JRTCA Registered/Recorded (both sire and dam Reg/Rec), or $35 for registration with sire and/or dam not Reg/Rec with JRTCC or JRTCA.
Health Certificate
JRTCC Health Certificate must be completed in full and signed by the owner of JRT and a copy of any supporting documentation attached.
Terrier's Name
The application shall include a first and second choice for the terrier's registered name. If the breeder of the terrier has JRTCC and/or JRTCA registered kennel name, the name will be used as the prefix for the terrier's name. If the first choice name (combination of kennel name and owner's selected name) is already used as a JRTCC registered name then the second choice will be checked for conflict, if both names are already registered with the JRTCC then the owner will be asked to supply two more choices. Suffixes (ie: current owner's kennel name) are not included in the dog's registered name.
Photographs
Four Photographs, taken in colour, of the terrier standing on a level hard surface with the feet visible. The terrier must be at least one year of age. The photographs are to be from the front, left and right sides (left and right side doubles required), and rear of terrier. The photographs must portray the terrier in a natural position (not stacked). Outdoor shots are preferable with good contrast between terrier and background. Avoid a cluttered/busy background. On the back of the photograph write terrier's full name, date of photograph and terrier's age. Photographs must be signed by the Veterinarian during the completion of the Veterinarian's Certificate for Registration. Scans of the front photos, with both the front showing the terrier and the the signed rear sides of the photos must be submitted with your application. If you have any questions, please email the registrar at registrar@jrtcc.ca
JRTCC/JRTCA
Dual Registration
The JRTCC/JRTCA Reciprocity Agreement offers members on both sides of the border a cost saving to dual register their terriers in both countries, allowing their dogs to participate in National and Regional Trials. In order to take advantage of this opportunity, you need to be a current member of both clubs. Learn more about the difference between the two clubs.
Procedure for American resident JRTCC members
- a copy of the terrier's JRTCA registration certificate
- the application for registration
- a copy of the JRTCA pedigree or a signed copy of the breeder's own pedigree.
- Photos, one of the right side and one of the left side to be kept on file. A duplicate set is required if you want pictures laminated on the terrier's certificate of registration. Photos are for identification purposes, as the terrier has already been vet-checked and accepted by the JRTCA.
- $15 $Cdn.
The owner must be a current member of the JRTCA and the JRTCC, and must reside in the US. This procedure does not apply to JRTCC members living in Canada.