Cairn Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Compare the Cairn Terrier to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cairn Terriers and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

Cairn Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
14-15 Years
9-15 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
12-13 Inches
Weight
10-14 Pounds
10-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Unspecified
Origin Year
1900 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
14-15 Years
9-15 Years
Health Concerns
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cairn Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Cream
Red
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten Brindle
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blenheim
Ruby
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