Cairn Terrier Breed Information

Cairn Terrier

Weight:

Dogs 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg); Bitches 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)

Height:

Dogs 10-13 inches (25-33 cm); Bitches 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)

Color:

cream, wheaten, red, sandy, gray, or brindled in any of these colors. Pure black, black and tan, and white are not permitted by many kennel clubs

Temperament:

Cairn Terriers are intelligent, strong, and loyal. Like most terriers, they are stubborn and strong-willed, and love to dig after real or imagined prey. Cairn Terriers have a strong prey instinct and will need comprehensive training. However, they are highly intelligent and, although very willful, can be trained. They are excellent with children and make wonderful family dogs.

Grooming:

In order to keep their wiry coat free of mats, Cairn Terriers require regular brushing, and also clipping and trimming every few months.

Training:

Cairn Terriers have a strong prey instinct and will need comprehensive training. It is often said that they are disobedient, this is not the case provided correct training is applied: firmness, consistency, praise and great deal of reward.

Exercise:

These are working dogs and are still used as such in parts of Scotland. Like most terriers, they require large amounts of exercise.

Life Expectancy:

around 15-16 years

Litter Size:

average 3-6 puppies

Country of origin:

Scotland

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