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CAIRN TERRIER

THIS LIVELY DOG IS IDEAL WITH CHILDREN BUT MAY CHASE OTHER PETS AKC

Height range Originating in the Western Isles of Scotland, the Cairn Terrier was
11–12 in (28–31 cm) bred for hunting vermin. Amusing and full of character, this sturdy
Weight range terrier is small enough for apartment life and energetic enough for
13–18 lb (6–8 kg)
romping around a large country home; it fits in anywhere.
Life span 9–15 years The Cairn Terrier’s urge to chase anything that moves Dark ears with
shorter hair
Origin UK should be discouraged early on.
Harsh, coarse,
wheaten coat
Shaggy eyebrows
overhang dark,
hazel eyes
Other colors

Near black Red
Coat may be brindled.
Gray coat

Cream coat
Forefeet
larger than
hind feet

SCOTTISH TERRIER

THIS SMALL DOG HAS GREAT DIGNITY AND IS ALERT AND READY TO BE PROTECTIVE AKC

Height range This breed was first named in the late 19th century, but dogs of this type
10–11 in (25–28 cm) existed in the Scottish Highlands much earlier. Powerful and agile despite their
Weight range short stature, “Scotties” were bred as vermin hunters like the West Highland Bushy
20–24 lb (9–11 kg) eyebrows
White Terrier (opposite) and Cairn Terrier (above). Affectionate
Life span 9–15 years and watchful, the Scottish Terrier is a good home companion.
Origin UK
Harsh, wiry, black
coat, needs regular
grooming and clipping
Long head
Other colors
Pointed,
erect ears
Wheaten
Coat may be brindled.
Long,
dense beard
Body thickset
but not heavy

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