Cairn Terrier
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
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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 |
Cairn Terrier Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Green
Cairn Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA METHUEN, MA, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2024
this sweet little baby loves to snuggle, very affectionate, really loves to play and explore
Purple
Cairn Terrier
Female, 11 Weeks Old
USA METHUEN, MA, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2024
this sweet little baby loves to snuggle, very affectionate, really loves to play and explore
Pink
Cairn Terrier
Female, 11 Weeks Old
USA METHUEN, MA, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2024
this sweet little baby loves to snuggle, very affectionate, really loves to play and explore
Yellow
Cairn Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA METHUEN, MA, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2024
This guy is a sweety...well they all are. It's hard to not say the same thing about each of them at this stage. They are all curious and outgoing. He loves to be held and he loves...
Orange
Cairn Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA METHUEN, MA, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2024
This guy is a sweety...well they all are. It's hard to not say the same thing about each of them at this stage. They are all curious and outgoing. He loves to be held and he loves...
Blue
Cairn Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA METHUEN, MA, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2024
This puppy is a gentle puppy who loves to play. He enjoys his chew toys a lot which is great since his teeth are growing well. As all our puppies he is picked up several time...
Red
Cairn Terrier
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA METHUEN, MA, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2024
This male was born the largest of the litter. He is very social and playful. He is picked up often and loves to cuddle. We will show you his tickle spot. It's so cute when that...
5 female cairn terriers
Cairn Terrier
Female, 9 Weeks Old
USA ORANGEVALE, CA, USA
Date listed: 03/25/2024
I have 5 pure bread cairn terriers. All female. Very loveable. They're looking for good homes. They have their shots.
Cairn Terrier Dogs for adoptionSee all dogs for adoption
LEXI - Cairn Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Orange, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (medium coat).
SHELBY - Cairn Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Female, Adult
USA Orange, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (medium coat).
(RESCUE ONLY) - Cairn Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Male, Adult
USA HESPERIA, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (medium coat).
Carmine - Cairn Terrier / Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Menifee, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier / Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie (short coat). Carmine is a fun little dog; he enjoys the company of other dogs, and he is very playful. He loves hanging out...
JUNO - Cairn Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Globe, AZ, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (medium coat).
DEXTER - Cairn Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Male, Adult
USA Orange, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/21/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (medium coat).
Daisy - Cairn Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Female, Young
USA Menifee, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/14/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (short coat). Meet Daisy, she is just under 2 years old and weighs about 10 pounds. She is such a lovely little girl. She is great with children and...
Daisy - Cairn Terrier (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Female, Young
USA Menifee, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/14/2024
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (short coat). Meet Daisy, she is just under 2 years old and weighs about 10 pounds. She is such a lovely little girl. She is great with children and...
ALI - Cairn Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Cairn Terrier
Male, Senior
USA Norfolk, VA, USA
Date listed: 12/20/2023
Posted Breed: Cairn Terrier (medium coat).
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