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 Italian Mastweiler is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Assertive
Fearless

Stubborn
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

Scottish Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, Skye Terrier

Rottweiler, Cane Corso Italiano (Italian Mastiff)

1500s

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Cream
Black
Brindle
Gray
Red

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Cairn Terriers have medium-length coats.

Italian Mastweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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.

An Italian Mastweiler can have a litter of 6-12 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 are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Italian Mastweilers 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

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Weight Gain

Hypothyroidism
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

Cairn Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian Mastweiler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Biking, Hiking

Cairn Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Italian Mastweilers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Italian Mastweiler, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Italian Mastweiler 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

Italian Mastweiler 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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Italian Mastweiler feed 3.5 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 an Italian Mastweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 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 an Italian Mastweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Italian Mastweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cairn Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Italian Mastweilers are not dog-friendly.

Cairn Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Italian Mastweilers are not very stranger friendly.

Cairn Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Italian Mastweilers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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