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- Cairn Terrier Versus Cesky Terrier: Introduction
- Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier: Overview
- Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier
- Lifespan of Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier
- The Popularity of Cairn Terrier versus Popularity of Cesky Terrier
- Health Problems of Cairn Terrier versus Health Problems of Cesky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier
- Do Cairn Terriers shed more than Cesky Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Cairn Terrier or the Cesky Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cairn Terrier or the Cesky Terrier?
- Does the Cairn Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cesky Terrier?
- Do Cairn Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Cesky Terriers?
- Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cairn Terrier vs. Cesky Terrier
- Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cairn Terrier or the Cesky Terrier?
- Are Cairn Terriers good family dogs? What about Cesky Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Cairn Terriers and Cesky Terriers?
- Is the Cairn Terrier Easier to Train than the Cesky Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cairn Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cesky Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cairn Terrier Versus Cesky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier and for the Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier.
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 Cesky Terrier.
Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cairn Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Cesky Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier are Terrier Dogs. This means both the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier 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.
Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cairn Terrier to the Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier
| Factor | Cairn Terrier | Cesky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Weight | 13 to 14 pounds | 13 to 30 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1600 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1475 – $1750 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 69 | 183 |
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 Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Cesky Terrier is 89 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cesky Terrier is a better pet than the Cairn Terrier. So, you should get the Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier
Below is a list of where the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier
The Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier.
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, Cesky Terriers weigh 13 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Cesky Terriers are 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier
The lifespan of Cairn Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cairn Terriers is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Cesky Terriers is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cesky Terriers is 12.5 years.
Cairn Terriers live longer than Cesky Terriers.
The Popularity of Cairn Terrier versus Popularity of Cesky Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cairn Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Cesky Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cairn Terrier is 69 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Cesky Terrier is 183 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cairn Terrier
Popularity of Cesky Terrier
| Year | Cairn Terrier Popularity Rank | Cesky Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 61 | 174 |
| 2014 | 69 | 182 |
| 2015 | 70 | 179 |
| 2016 | 70 | 182 |
| 2017 | 69 | 185 |
| 2018 | 69 | 185 |
| 2019 | 72 | 188 |
| 2020 | 73 | 191 |
Health Problems of Cairn Terrier versus Health Problems of Cesky Terrier
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Cesky Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Cairn Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cesky Terrier than for the Cairn Terrier.
4 health tests are recommended for Cairn Terrier while 7 tests are recommended for the Cesky Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cairn Terriers and in Cesky Terriers.
Cairn Terrier Health Problems
Cairn Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cairn Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Cairn Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cairn Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cairn Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cairn Terriers here.
Cesky Terrier Health Problems
Cesky Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cesky Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Cesky Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cesky Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cesky Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cesky Terriers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cairn Terrier versus Cesky Terrier
Cairn Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Cesky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Cairn Terriers shed more than Cesky Terriers?
Cairn Terriers shed moderately.
Cesky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cairn Terrier or the Cesky Terrier
Cairn Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cairn Terrier or the Cesky Terrier?
Cairn Terriers are very easy to groom.
Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Cairn Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cesky Terrier?
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.
Cesky Terriers 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.
Do Cairn Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Cesky Terriers?
Cairn Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cairn Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cairn Terrier vs. Cesky Terrier
Cairn Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Cesky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cairn Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Cesky Terriers 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 Cesky Terrier?
Cairn Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Cairn Terriers good family dogs? What about Cesky Terriers?
Cairn Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Cesky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cairn Terriers and Cesky Terriers?
Cairn Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Cesky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Cairn Terrier Easier to Train than the Cesky Terrier?
Cairn Terriers are not easy to train.
Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Cairn Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Cesky Terrier?
Cairn Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cairn Terrier or the Cesky Terrier?
Cairn Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Cesky Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
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 Cesky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cesky 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 Cesky Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cairn Terrier and how the Cesky Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cairn Terrier and of the Cesky Terrier to other breeds:
Cairn Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cairn Terrier versus Pomsky Cairn Terrier versus Greyhound Cairn Terrier versus Schipperke Cairn Terrier versus Whoodle Cairn Terrier versus Skye Terrier Cairn Terrier versus Puli Cairn Terrier versus Labrador Retriever Cairn Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Cairn Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier Cairn Terrier versus Goldendoodle Cairn Terrier versus Chorkie Cairn Terrier versus Plott Cairn Terrier versus Puli Cairn Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog Cairn Terrier versus Azawakh Cairn Terrier versus Kai Ken Cairn Terrier versus Mal Shi Cairn Terrier versus Black Mouth Cur Cairn Terrier versus Brussels Griffon Cairn Terrier versus Havanese Cairn Terrier versus Chorkie Cairn Terrier versus Affenpinscher Cairn Terrier versus Bolognese Cairn Terrier versus Afador Cairn Terrier versus Coton de Tulear
Cesky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cesky Terrier versus Keeshond Cesky Terrier versus Papillon Cesky Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Cesky Terrier versus Borzoi Cesky Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Cesky Terrier versus Collie Cesky Terrier versus Boxer Cesky Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Cesky Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle Cesky Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog Cesky Terrier versus Sheepadoodle Cesky Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Cesky Terrier versus Vizsla Cesky Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd Cesky Terrier versus Puggle Cesky Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo Cesky Terrier versus Shih Tzu Cesky Terrier versus Bichon Frise Cesky Terrier versus Silky Terrier Cesky Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog Cesky Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher Cesky Terrier versus Afghan Hound Cesky Terrier versus Borzoi Cesky Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund Cesky Terrier versus Toy Poodle
Conclusion: Cairn Terrier versus Cesky 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 Cairn Terrier and the Cesky Terrier better suits you and your family.