Cairn Terrier
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Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Cairn Terrier is a small dog, but ready to rumble. He likes a lot of exercise, but is suitable for both city and country living. He's independent, but very loyal and loveable for the right family. |
Breed Group: | Terrier |
Weight (lbs): | male: 14, female: 13 |
Height (in): | male: 10, female: 9.5 |
Colors: | Any color but white; dark ears, muzzle, tail tip desired. |
Coat: | Coat is double-layered, consisting of a topcoat that is hard and abundant and a soft, short undercoat. |
Character: | Cairn Terriers are affectionate and eager to learn. They're very lively, intelligent, and playful, too. |
Temperament: | This breed should be socialized early with cats and other household pets, to assure they get along. They may try to fight other dogs. |
Care: | The Cairn Terrier requires regular grooming with a brush and comb. A couple of times per year pluck dead hairs manually. |
Training: | This breed requires gentle training, but it must be consistent and relatively strict. |
Activity: | The Cairn Terrier is extremely energetic, so he needs ample opportunity to run and play. He likes to run off leash, so should be well-trained to do so. |
Health Issue: | The breed tends to gain weight easily. Thy may have flea allergies, too. |
Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |
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