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

Independent
Confident
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Trainable

Cairneses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Lakeland Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Cairneses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Lakeland Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

England

Havanese, Cairn Terrier

Old English Wirehaired Terriers, Bedlington Terriers

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

1990s

1700s

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.

A Lakeland Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

Cairneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Lakeland Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Cairnese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Lakeland Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Eye Problems

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Cairnese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lakeland Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cairneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Lakeland Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cairneses sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Lakeland Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cairnese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Lakeland Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Cairnese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Lakeland Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Cairneses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Lakeland Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Lakeland Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Cairneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Lakeland Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cairneses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lakeland Terriers are not cat friendly.

Cairneses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Lakeland Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Cairneses are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Lakeland Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Cairnese is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Lakeland Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.