Cairn Terrier vs Basset Fauve De Bretagne

Compare the Cairn Terrier to the Basset Fauve De Bretagne. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cairn Terriers and Basset Fauve De Bretagnes.

Cairn Terrier vs Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
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General Details
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
14-15 Years
10-14 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
12½-15½ Inches
Weight
10-14 Pounds
27-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Origin Country
United Kingdom
France
Origin Year
1900 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Average Lifespan
14-15 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Westie jaw
Krabbe disease
Hepatic Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic vascular anomaly
Cancer
Cataracts
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Corneal ulcer
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Reproductive problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cairn Terrier
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten Brindle
Wheaten Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
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