ADDITIONAL CAIRN TERRIER PICTURES
Family: Terrier
Breed Group: AKC Terrier
Origin: Scotland
Date of Origin: 1700s
Originally used for: Removing vermin from farmland
Used today: Companion
Other Name(s):
History of the Breed: The Cairn Terrier comes from the Isle of Skye the largest and the most northerly island in the Inner Hebrides of
Scotland. These small terriers were used primarily for routing vermin from the rock piles called cairns on Scottish farmland. These early terriers
were highly prized and bred for their working ability. Cairn Terriers exhibit courage, tenacity and intelligence and were bred to work in difficult
island conditions in northern Scotland. The Cairn Terrier with its sturdy body, weather-proof coat equipped with large teeth in strong jaws
were sought generation after generation by the Scots.
General Appearance: A small working terrier that stands well forward on its forelegs. The coat is hard and weather resistant. The
head is short and wide with plenty of hair giving it a foxy expression.
Height & Weight:
Height 9.5-10 Inches
Weight 13-14 Pounds
Coat: The Cairn is double-coated, with a soft, dense undercoat and a harsh outer coat.
Color: Cream, wheaten, red, sandy, gray, or brindled
Grooming needs: Medium
Temperament of Breed:
Friendly with children: Yes, but it does not like teasing
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: High
Exercise Level: High
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Dislocated kneecaps, ocular melanosis (OM)
Minor: Allergies - avoid feeding corn to this breed.
Life Expectancy: 14 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 48
First Registered by the AKC: 1913
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Cairn Terrier Club of America
Cairn Terrier Association UK (C.T.A.)
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