While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cairn Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Chigi is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Assertive
Fearless

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Going
Cheerful

Cairn Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Chigis aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Scotland

United States

Scottish Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, Skye Terrier

Chihuahua, Corgi

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1500s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Black
Brindle
Gray
Red

Black
White
Fawn
Gray
Silver
Brindle

Wiry

Straight

A Cairn Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chigi can have a litter of 6-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cairn Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Chigis are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Cairn Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Chigis typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Flea Allergy

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Weight Gain

Allergies
Dry Skin

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

Cairn Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Chigis are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Cairn Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chigis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Cairn Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chigis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Cairn Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Chigis bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Socializing, Eating Snacks, Walking, Fetch, Playing, Running, Chasing, Barking, Snuggling, Walk, Play with ball, Jump, Run, Chew, Sniffing, Marking

Hiking, Traveling, Burrowing, Brushing, Walks, Naps, Walking, Cuddling, Sleeping

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cairn Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chigi, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cairn Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chigis usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Cairn Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Chigi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

In general Cairn Terrier should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Chigi should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Cairn Terrier feed 1.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Chigi feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Cairn Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Chigi is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cairn Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chigi is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Cairn Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Chigis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Cairn Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Cairn Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Chigis make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Cairn Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chigis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cairn Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chigis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Cairn Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chigis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.