Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cairn Terrier Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Cairn Terrier versus Puggle: Overview
- Cairn Terrier versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Cairn Terrier and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cairn Terrier versus Puggle
- Lifespan of Cairn Terrier versus Puggle
- Price of Cairn Terrier versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Cairn Terrier versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cairn Terrier versus Puggle
- Do Cairn Terriers shed more than Puggles?
- Which one drools more, the Cairn Terrier or the Puggle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cairn Terrier or the Puggle?
- Does the Cairn Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Cairn Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cairn Terrier vs. Puggle
- Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cairn Terrier or the Puggle?
- Are Cairn Terriers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Cairn Terriers and Puggles?
- Is the Cairn Terrier Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cairn Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cairn Terrier versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cairn Terrier Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cairn Terrier and the Puggle? 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 Puggle 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 Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cairn Terrier and the Puggle 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle.
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 Puggle.
Cairn Terrier versus Puggle: Overview
A very important difference between the Cairn Terrier and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cairn Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Puggle 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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Cairn Terrier versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cairn Terrier to the Puggle 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 Puggle
| Factor | Cairn Terrier | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1600 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1475 – $1750 | $995 – $1400 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Puggle. 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 Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cairn Terrier is a better pet than the Puggle. 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 Cairn Terrier and the Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Cairn Terrier and the Puggle
The Cairn Terrier and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cairn Terrier and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cairn Terrier versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cairn Terrier and the Puggle.
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, Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Cairn Terrier versus Puggle
The lifespan of Cairn Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cairn Terriers is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
Cairn Terriers live longer than Puggles.
Price of Cairn Terrier versus Price of Puggle
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 Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cairn Terrier is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Cairn Terrier | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1600 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1475 to $1750 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cairn Terrier and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Cairn Terrier puppies or how many Puggle 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 Puggles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cairn Terrier puppy or the Puggle 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills 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 Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cairn Terriers and many Puggles 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 Asher that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cairn Terriers like Asher on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cairn Terriers, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Choco Taco & Roxy is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Choco Taco & Roxy that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Hamlet is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cairn Terriers and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cairn Terrier versus Puggle
Cairn Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Cairn Terriers shed more than Puggles?
Cairn Terriers shed moderately.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Cairn Terrier or the Puggle
Cairn Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cairn Terrier or the Puggle?
Cairn Terriers are very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Does the Cairn Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
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.
Puggles 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 Puggles?
Cairn Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cairn Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cairn Terrier vs. Puggle
Cairn Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cairn Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cairn Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Puggles 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 Puggle?
Cairn Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cairn Terriers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Cairn Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cairn Terriers and Puggles?
Cairn Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Cairn Terrier Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Cairn Terriers are not easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the Cairn Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Cairn Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cairn Terrier or the Puggle?
Cairn Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Puggles 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 Puggle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puggle 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 Puggle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cairn Terrier and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cairn Terrier and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Cairn Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cairn Terrier versus Australian Terrier Cairn Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Cairn Terrier versus Biewer Terrier Cairn Terrier versus Maltipoo Cairn Terrier versus French Bulldog Cairn Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli Cairn Terrier versus Cockalier Cairn Terrier versus American Bulldog Cairn Terrier versus Boerboel Cairn Terrier versus English Setter Cairn Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel Cairn Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel Cairn Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Cairn Terrier versus Standard Poodle Cairn Terrier versus Chihuahua Cairn Terrier versus Whoodle Cairn Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Cairn Terrier versus Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier versus Samoyed Cairn Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier Cairn Terrier versus Schipperke Cairn Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Cairn Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog Cairn Terrier versus Standard Poodle Cairn Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus American Hairless Terrier Puggle versus Westiepoo Puggle versus Chow Chow Puggle versus Norfolk Terrier Puggle versus German Pinscher Puggle versus Mudi Puggle versus Boxerdoodle Puggle versus Scottish Deerhound Puggle versus English Cocker Spaniel Puggle versus Golden Retriever Puggle versus Shiloh Shepherd Puggle versus Cockapoo Puggle versus Pyrenean Shepherd Puggle versus Cocker Spaniel Puggle versus Chinese Crested Puggle versus Standard Poodle Puggle versus Morkie Puggle versus King Shepherd Puggle versus Chow Chow Puggle versus Pomeranian Puggle versus Bracco Italiano Puggle versus Cesky Terrier Puggle versus Pomsky Puggle versus Cairn Terrier Puggle versus Xoloitzcuintli
Conclusion: Cairn Terrier versus Puggle. 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 Puggle better suits you and your family.