Cairn Terrier

HISTORY

ORIGIN SCOTLAND

GROUP TERRIER GROUP

The Cairn terrier originated in 16th century Scotland on the Isle of Skye. They were bred to hunt for foxes, otters and rodents in the cairns (dens in the rocky cliffs). The West Highland White Terriers are close relatives to the Cairn terrier.

APPEARANCE(S)

Cairn terriers have a small stocky body. They have slightly larger heads than most terriers with erect ears and a dark muzzle. The tail is short and pointed.

COLOR(S)

This breed is most commonly seen in wheaten, red, gray, and almost black colors.

COAT

The coats are short and rough as to be weather resistant. The Cairn has a soft undercoat.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Medium to Moderate

POSITIVES

This breed is very playful and loving to its family.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

This breed does with training, as the Cairn can be quite stubborn.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in country or city.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs regular grooming and attention.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

• Allergies

• Globoid cell leukodystrophy (Hereditary disease)

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

Cairn terrier Club of America
12616 215th Ave Ct. E
Bonney Lake, WA 98391

FUN FACT(S)

The most recognizable Cairn terrier is Toto from the Wizard of Oz.