Australian Cattle Dog vs Cairn Terrier

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Cairn Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Cairn Terriers.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Cairn Terrier
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
9-10 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
10-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1840 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Westie jaw
Krabbe disease
Hepatic Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic vascular anomaly
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Cairn Terrier
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten Brindle
Wheaten Brindle
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