Choosing between two unregistered JRT puppies (Smooth vs. Broken) - Need objective opinions!
Hi everyone! I’m looking at two different Jack Russell Terrier puppies from two separate local breeders. Neither puppy has official papers (KCP/FCI), but both breeders claim the parents have excellent pedigrees.
To give you some context, a registered JRT puppy with a full pedigree in my country normally costs between $530 and $800 USD (2,000 to 3,000 PEN). These puppies are being offered for a fraction of that price because of the lack of registration, which makes it a very tempting offer, but also something to analyze carefully.
I haven't met them in person yet. I know choosing a puppy is often about love at first sight and a personal bond rather than finding a "perfect" dog. However, before I visit them, I would love to get your objective opinions on which one physically aligns closer to the official JRT breed standard and why.
Here is the situation for each:
• Puppy 1 (Broken Coat - ~$210 USD / 800 PEN): He is 4 months old. The breeder is a bit less transparent about the parents, but the puppy itself looks well-built and correct for a broken coat within his range.
• Puppy 2 (Smooth Coat - ~$180 USD / 700 PEN): He is 3.5 months old. This breeder has been very transparent, immediately sharing the parents' names and photos. The pup looks physically promising, though I have minor doubts about whether his muzzle is a bit long/snipey at this stage, and he has noticeable ticking (brown freckles) on his front legs.
I’ve combined the videos of both puppies into one clip so you can compare them. Based strictly on their structure, proportions, and features, which one looks closer to a true Jack Russell Terrier to you, and what are your reasons? Thanks for your help!