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  Meet the Cairn Terrier
The Cairn (the last to be formally named) remained the closest to the original small working terrier, bolting the fox, otter and weasel, sharing the meager fare of the crofter's household.
The Cairn Terrier Club of America is dedicated to promoting the welfare of the Cairn Terrier and wants to help you decide if a Cairn Terrier is the right dog to share your life.
Cairns are very adaptable to new circumstances and quickly make themselves part of their new family, enabling those who could not raise a puppy to have the company of a Cairn.
www.cairnterrier.org /meet/index.php   (1960 words)

  
  Cairn Terrier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It is one of the oldest terriers, originating in the Scottish Highlands, used for hunting burrowing prey among the cairns.
Cairns stand between 9 and 13 inches (23-33 cm) at the withers and weigh 13 to 18 pounds (6 to 8 kg).
The Cairn is double-coated, with a soft, dense undercoat and a harsh outer coat.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cairn_Terrier   (589 words)

  
 Dog and Kennel Magazine
The fairytale landscape of Oz was a far cry from the cairn terrier's native landscape in the highlands and isles of west Scotland, where rocky outcrops took the place of yellow brick roads and the land was populated not with munchkins or tin men but vermin.
Cairn were but one of many generic terrier types that populated the highlands, probably from as early as the sixteenth century.
Cairn terriers may not be one of today's most popular dogs - the breed ranked 42nd in 1999 AKC registrations of the 147 breeds registered, up from 44th the previous year.
www.petpublishing.com /dogken/breeds/cairn.shtml   (1776 words)

  
 Terrier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Terrier Group is also an official breed grouping for most of the major kennel clubs including the AKC, ANKC, CKC, Fédération Cynologique Internationale, KC(UK), NZKC and UKC.
Bear in mind that not all terriers are in the terrier group, and not all dogs in the terrier groups are terriers.
The Bull and Terrier types (of which the modern Bull Terrier is one) were originally combinations of bulldogs and terriers as general mixed breed pit dogs.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Terrier   (433 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier
The Cairn Terrier, one of the oldest Scottish terriers, is mentioned in writings from the fifteenth century.
The Cairn Terrier is an ancestor of the Scottish Terrier and the West Highland White Terrier.
Though the Cairn Terrier is more at home in the country than in the city, it can adapt well to any environment.
www.furrycritter.com /resources/dogs/Cairn_Terrier.htm   (227 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier Information and Pictures, Cairn Terriers, Cairns
The Cairn is one of Scotland's original Terriers, probably a contributor to today's Scottish, West Highland White and Skye Terrier breeds.
Named for the piles of small stones used to mark Scottish farm borders and graves, the Cairn Terrier's job was to rout small animals from their lairs in these stone piles.
Everyone remembers a Cairn called "Toto" in the film "The Wizard of Oz." Some of the Cairn's talents are hunting, tracking, watchdogging, agility, competitive obedience, and performing tricks.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /cairnterrier.htm   (581 words)

  
 The Ultimate Cairn Terrier Dog Breeds Information Guide and Reference
European Cairns tend to be larger than American Cairns and, because puppy mills do not care about breed standards, many Cairns available today are much smaller or much larger than the breed standard.
While registration of white Cairns was once permitted, after 1917 the American Kennel Club forbade registration as Cairn Terriers of what became the West Highland White Terrier.
Because their prey drive is so strong, a Cairn Terrier should never be permitted off leash unless in a securely fenced area.
www.dogluvers.com /dog_breeds/Cairn_Terrier   (461 words)

  
 Lynn Gold's Archives: The Mac vs. the Cairn Terrier
The Cairn Terrier, on the other hand has held its share of the market with only minor modificationns for hundreds of years.
The Cairn Terrier cleans the floor, spoons, bib, and baby, and has an unerring ability to distinguish strained peas from ears, nose, and fingers.
The Cairn Terrier is the essence of user-friendliness.
www.rahul.net /figmo/Archives/mac-vs-cairn.html   (770 words)

  
 Amazon.co.uk: Cairn Terrier: Books   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
One of Scotland's most irresistible wonders, the Cairn Terrier is as active and industrious as he is charming and sweet.
The Cairn Terrier is the plucky little dog that hails from the rugged Scottish Highlands.
Although this is a game dog with an all-terrier disposition, he is also a loving companion whether he lives in a flat in the city or in a large house in the country.
www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/1593782357   (788 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier
Known in his native Scotland for over 500 years, the Cairn Terrier is believed to be the oldest of the British terriers.
He hails from the Isle of Skye but to avoid confusion with the existing Skye Terrier, he was named the Cairn Terrier in honour of the piles of rock he scrambled over while on the hunt.
Cairns are people dogs who thrive on attention and are NOT suitable for people without any time for a dog.
www.canadogs.com /BreedCairnTerrier.htm   (385 words)

  
 CSCTC
Cairn Terrier Rescue is undergoing retooling at the moment.
Cairn Terrier Rescue is entirely a volunteer, not-for-profit effort.
Cairns require a good weekly brushing to keep mats out of the coat, and if you are unable to roll the coat yourself, we recommend having them stripped two or three times a year.
www.chi-cairn.org /rescue.htm   (964 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier, cairn terriers, dog breeders, puppies
Cairn Terriers are a wonderful family dog, but will always remember their ancestry as a "sporting terrier".
Cairn Terriers exercise should consist of free roaming in a fenced yard or daily walks.
Cairn Terriers were introduced in the world of dog shows in the early 1900s.
www.puppydogweb.com /caninebreeds/cairnter.htm   (350 words)

  
 The Cairn Terrier
The Cairn is an attempt to preserve in typical form the old-time working terrier of the Isle of Skye.
The breeds we now know as the Scottish Terrier, the West Highland White Terrier and the Cairn Terrier were included in classes for the Skye Terriers.
The Cairn remained the closest to the original small working terrier, bolting the fox, otter and weasel, sharing the meager fare of the crofter's household.
www.sidyboysfoolin.com /CairnTerrier.html   (691 words)

  
 CPCRN : Frequently Asked Questions
Cairn Terriers were bred to chase, hunt, and kill vermin, therefore they have a very strong "prey drive." This instinct, which is virtually impossible to train or breed out of them, results in their chasing anything that runs or moves quickly, as children often do.
Cairns should also be hand stripped to maintain the health of their skin and coat, so if you do not plan to do this yourself, you should add a groomers fee to your expenses.
For Cairns in their golden years or which have long-term health issues, the requested adoption donation is usually reduced based on the age of the Cairn and/or the care and medications that the Cairn will require post-adoption.
www.cairnrescue.com /adoption/faqs.htm   (4129 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier Breed, Cairn Terriers, Puppies, Dogs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Cairn Terrier is able to prove their worth as a dispeller of vermin.
The Cairn Terrier is a wonderful family dog, but will always remember their ancestry as a "sporting terrier." The Cairn Terrier makes a very active, inquisitive and "ready to go" dog.
The Cairn Terrier was introduced in the world of dog shows in the early 1900s.
www.2000dogs.com /cairnterrier.htm   (379 words)

  
 rec.pets.dogs: Cairn Terriers Breed-FAQ
Cairns are short, shaggy dogs, fairly long for their height, with large heads and pricked up ears.
Cairns can be easy to housetrain, mainly due to their desire to please their people.
Cairns are prone to getting fat, so keeping a close watch on their weight is a must.
www.faqs.org /faqs/dogs-faq/breeds/cairns   (3388 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier Puppy - Cairn Terrier Dog Breed Information
Coat: The Cairn Terrier is double coated with a coarse outer coat and soft, short furry undercoat.
The Cairn Terrier is not suited for living outdoors and much prefers to be inside with their family.
Ownership: If you are looking for Cairn Terrier puppies for sale from reputable Cairn Terrier breeders or to adopt a Cairn Terrier from a Cairn Terrier rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can.
www.nextdaypets.com /directory/breeds/1100059   (562 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier
Cairn Terriers also love to snuggle while watching tv, Cairn Terriers make a great lap dog.
Cairn Terrier AKC (limited) or CKC puppies, call for new litter, ready in 2006, I'm less than an hour from Atlanta, Ga.
Cairn Terrier puppy pictures are from previous litter born in 2004.
journals.aol.com /cairn4u2/CairnTerrier   (225 words)

  
 Columbia River Cairn Terrier Club
The Cairn Terrier breed standard envisioned as a text cloud.
The CRCTC is an affiliated club of the Cairn Terrier Club of America.
Rosie, a local Cairn, strikes a pose that evokes for us the spirits of courage, adventure, and generosity.
www.crctc.org   (337 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier Cairn dogs breeders profiles information uk
Cairns can be expected to live until they are 14 or 15 years old.
The Cairn generally has litters of between 4-6, although litters of 8 are not unheard of.
Cairns are natives of the western islands of Scotland and, in particular, the Isle of Skye, and have been known since the 1500’s.
www.petplanet.co.uk /petplanet/breeds/Cairn_Terrier.htm   (654 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier Breed Profile - Dogsites.com.au   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Cairn Terrier originated in the Western Highlands of Scotland where the Skye Terrier was also known.
Originally the Cairn was called the Short-Haired or Prick-Eared Skye Terrier until Skye Terrier enthusiasts objected and the breed was renamed after the Scottish word 'cairns' which are a large pile of stones that often shelter the vermin that this terrier hunted.
The Cairn is generally a very healthy dog, but one of the problems that can occur is flea allergies, and as with most small breeds, luxating patellas can occur.
www.dogsites.com.au /breeds/cairn_terrier.html   (199 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier Connection   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
A male Cairn Terrier named Max invites you to the Max Photo Gallery which is full of his photos, and to the Maxhouse Bookstore where some books about the Cairn Terrier are recommended.
The Cairn Terrier Club of Greater Detroit (since 1967) is dedicated to the preservation and betterment of the breed.
Cairns are our choice because of their happy, fun-loving nature and that wonderful shaggy look.
v.webring.com /hub?ring=cairn   (1533 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier von Abendland - Cairn Terrier Welpen aus KfT/VDH Zucht - Cairn Terrier Züchter in Rheinland-Pfalz - ...
Cairn Terrier von Abendland - Cairn Terrier Welpen aus KfT/VDH Zucht - Cairn Terrier Züchter in Rheinland-Pfalz - Cairn Terrier
Cairn Terrier von Abendland - Cairn Terrier Welpen aus liebevoller KfT/VDH Zucht
Die Cairn Terrier von Abendland freuen sich sehr über Ihren Besuch und wünschen Ihnen viel Spass beim Stöbern auf diesen Cairn Terrier Webseiten.
www.cairns-von-abendland.de   (168 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier - Information, Pictures, Behavior Notes, Biology, and Links .   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Cairn Terrier has a harsh, weather-resistent outer coat that can be cream, wheaten, red, sandy, gray, brindle, fl, or fl and tan.
If white, the breed name is the West Highland White Terrier rather than the Cairn Terrier.
Like most terriers, they are stubborn and love to dig after real or imagined prey.
www.douglasstudentsunion.ca /cairn-terrier.html   (187 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier sculptures
For Cairn Terrier sculptures, please scroll down through this whole page to see pictures and links to other pages.
The Cairn sculptures on these pages were created by the late Denis Springer, internationally renowned dog sculptor and recognized Terrier authority.
We haven't designed a Cairn pin yet, but we've taken the mouse from the scene above and turned it into a pin that will appeal to all owners of earth trial dogs and other backyard hunters.
www.dogsculpture.com /crn.html   (381 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier
Toto of the Wizard of Oz embodied what most people think of the Cairn Terrier, the enthusiasm, charm, bold character and suitably startled reflexes of a dog meeting a Tin Man for the first time.
Indeed, the Cairn Terrier is nothing if not charming but it would be a mistake to think of this little dog as a "toy".
Fortunately (or unfortunately) the Cairn also has a great sense of humor, timing and a desire to please, so such antics often get repeated as the dog finds the delight of the audience to be far more motivating than anything the trainer can offer.
www.digitaldog.com /dog_breed/Cairn+Terrier   (660 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier puppies, for sale, breeders, cairn terriers
We have beautiful, AKC Cairn Terriers with AKC and APRI champion bloodlines and in several gorgeous colors with markings/points.
CAIRN TERRIER Puppies, I have a variety of colors and sizes.
We are a family that loves the Cairn breed, our aim is to produce a healthy well bred dog.
puppydogweb.com /breeders/cairnterrier.htm   (950 words)

  
 Cairn Terrier Puppies for Sale, Cairn Terrier Breeders
Our Cairn Terrier breeders can also refer you on to other dog breeders they know of, perhaps closer to you.
Earlier breeders were careful to retain the Cairn's natural shaggy coat, sturdy body and Terrier abilities.
Cairns are intelligent and independent little Terriers ready to rise to any occasion.
www.pets4you.com /cairnterrier.html   (411 words)

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