Breed Comparison: Affenhuahua Versus Cairn Terrier

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Affenhuahua Versus Cairn Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Affenhuahua and for the Cairn Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenhuahua or the Cairn Terrier.

Affenhuahua versus Cairn Terrier: Overview

Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are similar in size. The Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Affenhuahua belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Cairn Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Affenhuahua versus Cairn Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Cairn Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier

Factor Affenhuahua Cairn Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 13 to 14 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $1750
Average Price No Data $1650
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy (GCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenhuahua in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Cairn Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Cairn Terrier is 86 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cairn Terrier is a better pet than the Affenhuahua. So, you should get the Cairn Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier

    The Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are most similar:

    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus Cairn Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier.

    Affenhuahuas weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Affenhuahuas are 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Cairn Terriers weigh 13 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Cairn Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus Cairn Terrier

    The lifespan of Affenhuahuas is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Affenhuahuas is 15.5 years.

    The lifespan of Cairn Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cairn Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Affenhuahuas live longer than Cairn Terriers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Cairn Terrier

    Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Cairn Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Cairn Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Cairn Terriers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Cairn Terrier

    Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Cairn Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Cairn Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Cairn Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cairn Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Cairn Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Cairn Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Cairn Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Cairn Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Cairn Terrier

    Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Cairn Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Cairn Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Cairn Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Cairn Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Cairn Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Cairn Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Cairn Terriers?

    Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Cairn Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Cairn Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

    Cairn Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Cairn Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Cairn Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Cairn Terrier?

    Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

    Cairn Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Cairn Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Affenhuahua and the Cairn Terrier better suits you and your family.