Cairn Terrier

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Among the smallest of the British working terriers, the Cairn Terrier took his name from the stony Scottish terrain over which he worked. His job was to go to ground and bolt the foxes, otters, badgers etc. from among the rocks, cliffs and ledges. His sporting instincts and vermin killing ability made him a useful member of the lairds' and crofters' households.

Nowadays, because of his convenient size and friendly, affectionate and loyal disposition, the Cairn is kept mainly as a pet.

Utterly devoted to his owner and family, he makes a splendid mini watchdog. A hardy, tough, active little dog, known for his fearlessness and independence, the Cairn Terrier will stand and look the world straight in the eye!

His short, wide, well furnished head, bright eyes, and varminty expression, alert pointed ears, compact body and jaunty tail all combine to give him a rather debonair appearance. His harsh weather-resistant coat may be any colour other than all white, all black or black and tan. He is very easy to groom and keep in good condition.

For anyone looking for a small sporting dog, the Cairn certainly takes a lot of beating.

Ideal Height 28-31 cm
Weight 6 - 7.5.kg

For further information on this breed

and where to obtain a puppy contact:

Australian Capital Territory

ACT Canine Association Inc

Phone: (02) 6241 4404

Email: administrator@actca.asn.au\

New South Wales

Cairn Terrier Club of NSW

Miss M Hill, Ph: (02) 9746 6475

Northern Territory

The North Australian Canine Association Inc.

Phone: (08) 8984 3570

Email: naca1@bigpond.com

Queensland

Canine Control Council (Queensland)

Phone: (07) 3252 2661

Email: dogsqld@powerup.com.au

South Australia

South Australian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (08) 8349 4797

Email: info@saca.caninenet.com

Tasmania

Tasmanian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (03) 6272 9443

Email: tca@iprimus.com.au

Victoria

Cairn Terrier Club of Victoria Inc.

Puppy Officer : Lyn Young 9755 1139

Western Australia

Canine Association of Western Australia (Inc)

Phone: (08) 9455 1188

Email:k9@cawa.asn.au

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Australian Capital Territory

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of ACT

Phone 6242 4339