Outright
Tempered
Courageous
Loving
Familiar
Lively
Spirited

Active
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Assertive

German Pinschers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Cairland Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a German Pinscher if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Cairland Terriers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Germany

United Kingdom

rattenfanger

Westie, Cairn Terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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

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®

1600s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Fawn
Red
Brown
Blue

Red
Brindle
White
Gray
Black
Brown
Fawn
Cream

German Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Cairland Terriers have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A German Pinscher 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 Cairland Terrier can have a litter of 2-10 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.

German Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Cairland Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Congenital Heart Defect

Cardiomyopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Copper Toxicosis

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Hearing Tests
DNA for VWD

German Pinschers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Cairland Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

German Pinscher has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

German Pinschers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cairland Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

The Cairland Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

German Pinschers 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.

Cairland 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Pinscher, it's at least 14 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 Cairland Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Pinschers usually need at least 90 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 Cairland Terriers 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 German Pinscher is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Cairland Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-90 pound (29 - 41 kg) German Pinscher feed 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 14-21 pound (6 - 10 kg) Cairland Terrier 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 German Pinscher is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cairland Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Pinscher is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Cairland 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.

German Pinscher has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

German Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cairland Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

German Pinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cairland Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

German Pinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Cairland Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.