CAIRN

This is a Scottish breed, probably a heir to the skye terrier and the Scottish terrier, developed for breeding and tracking, although it was also used in cities for rat extermination, task it was unbeatable in. This dog’s origin goes back to the XVII century, and although it is known with its current name for less time, it is considered unanimously as one of the oldest terriers.

This breed was created to salvage the Skye island terrier’s traits.

PHYSICAL TRAITS of the CAIRN
Its appearance reminds that of a fox. It is a slender, furry and well proportioned, it stands 28 to 31 cm to the cross and 6 to 7.5 kg in weight. The ears are small, erect, raised high, and dark, rounded, lively and intelligent eyes. It has abundant fur, somewhat tangled and water resistant, that changes color throughout most of its life, amongst several shades of gray, reddish, tawny, sandy or several tabby colors.

TEMPERAMENT AND ADAPTATION of the CAIRN
It is vivacious, cheerful and playful, with the shadow of neither aggressiveness nor shyness. This is a good company dog, effective guardian and children friendly, although it doesn’t tolerate much mischief. It learns very easily and adapts to any home quickly, but its education needs to begin soon so it doesn’t turn into a small tyrant, due to its constant play craving.

EXERCISE AND CARE required for a CAIRN
The cairn’s rough fur does not require special attention, every now and then some trimming to shape its funny look. It can be allergic to flea bites, for which it needs extreme hygiene. As for exercise, it is enough to let it walk longer in one of the daily walks.