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- Cairn Terrier Versus Cavachon: Introduction
- Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon: Overview
- Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon
- The Similarities Between the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon
- Price of Cairn Terrier versus Price of Cavachon
- Adopting the Cairn Terrier versus Adopting the Cavachon
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon
- Which one drools more, the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon
- Is the Cairn Terrier Easier to Train than the Cavachon?
- Do Cairn Terriers shed more than Cavachons?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cairn Terrier vs. Cavachon
- Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon?
- Does the Cairn Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cavachon?
- Do Cairn Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Cavachons?
- Are Cairn Terriers good family dogs? What about Cavachons?
- How Kid-friendly are Cairn Terriers and Cavachons?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cairn Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cairn Terrier Versus Cavachon: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon 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 Cairn Terrier and for the Cavachon. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon
Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon: Overview
A very important difference between the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cairn Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Cavachon is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Cavachon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cairn Terrier to the Cavachon 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.
| Factor | Cairn Terrier | Cavachon |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Weight | 13 to 14 pounds | 15 to 35 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 12 to 13 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1600 | $2070 |
| Price Range | $1475 – $1750 | $1699 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 75.5 percent | |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cairn Terrier 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 Cavachon. 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 a Cairn Terrier is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Cavachon is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavachon is a better pet than the Cairn Terrier. So, you should get the Cavachon!
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 Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon
Below is a list of where the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon
The Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon.
Cairn Terriers weigh 13 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Cairn Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.
Price of Cairn Terrier versus Price of Cavachon
The average price of the Cairn Terrier puppy is $1600. The price of the Cairn Terrier typically ranges from $1475 – $1750. However, the price of a Cairn Terrier can be as low as $650 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 132 Cairn Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Cavachon puppy is $2070. The price of the Cavachon typically ranges from $1699 – $2500. However, the price of a Cavachon can be as low as $475 and as high as $4200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 416 Cavachon puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cavachon is more expensive than the Cairn Terrier.
| Cairn Terrier | Cavachon | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1600 | $2070 |
| Price Range | $1475 to $1750 | $1699 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cairn Terrier and Cavachon. For different price points, the charts show how many Cairn Terrier puppies or how many Cavachon puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cairn Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cairn Terrier puppy or the Cavachon puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Cairn Terrier versus Adopting the Cavachon
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cairn Terriers and many Cavachons are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Cairn Terrier named Bart that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cairn Terriers like Bart on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cairn Terriers, Cavachons are also available for adoption. For example, Teddy The Designer Puppy!!! is a Male Cavachon that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Cavachons like Teddy The Designer Puppy!!! that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Chase Kalisz is the name of another Cairn Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Riley, an adorable Male Cavachon on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cairn Terriers and Cavachons that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon
Cairn Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Cavachons do not like to be left alone.
Which one drools more, the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon
Cairn Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Cairn Terrier Easier to Train than the Cavachon?
Cairn Terriers are not easy to train.
Cavachons are very easy to train.
Do Cairn Terriers shed more than Cavachons?
Cairn Terriers shed moderately.
Cavachons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Wanderlust Potential: Cairn Terrier vs. Cavachon
Cairn Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon?
Cairn Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.
Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cairn Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cairn Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Cavachons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon?
Cairn Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.
Does the Cairn Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cavachon?
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.
Cavachons 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 Cairn Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Cavachons?
Cairn Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.
Is the Cairn Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Cavachon?
Cairn Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.
Are Cairn Terriers good family dogs? What about Cavachons?
Cairn Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Cavachons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cairn Terriers and Cavachons?
Cairn Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Cavachons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cairn Terrier or the Cavachon?
Cairn Terriers are very easy to groom.
Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cairn Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cairn Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cairn Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavachon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavachon:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cairn Terrier and how the Cavachon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cairn Terrier and of the Cavachon to other breeds:
Cairn Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cairn Terrier versus Pomsky Cairn Terrier versus Australian Terrier Cairn Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Cairn Terrier versus King Shepherd Cairn Terrier versus Hovawart Cairn Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier Cairn Terrier versus Sloughi Cairn Terrier versus Bordoodle Cairn Terrier versus Chinook Cairn Terrier versus German Longhaired Pointer
Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cavachon versus Norwegian Lundehund Cavachon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Cavachon versus Boston Terrier Cavachon versus Standard Poodle Cavachon versus Akita Cavachon versus Japanese Spitz Cavachon versus Afghan Hound Cavachon versus Komondor Cavachon versus Bluetick Coonhound Cavachon versus Bernese Mountain Dog
Conclusion: Cairn Terrier versus Cavachon. 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cavachon better suits you and your family.