Cairnese Breed Information & Characteristics

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cairneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Companionable
Assertive
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Cairnese dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Cairneses are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Cairnese is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

United States

Havanese, Cairn Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1990s

A Cairnese can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Cairnese dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Cairnese is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma

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Cairneses are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Cairnese have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Cairnese dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Cairneses dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Cairnese dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

The Cairnese is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Cairneses has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Cairnese is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Cairnese is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Cairneses typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Cairneses are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Cairneses are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Cairneses are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Cairneses are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Cairnese for a mellower experience.

The Cairnese is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.