Cairn Terrier

Cairn Terrier
Cairn Terrier
	Two Cairn Terriers showing variations in coat colour
Origin	Scotland
Height
Traits
Height	9–13 in (23–33 cm)
Weight	10–16 lb (4.5–7.3 kg)
Coat	Abundant shaggy outer coat, soft downy undercoat. Can be cream, deep red, brindle, light gray, apricot or black.
Litter size	2-10
Life span	13.4-14 years
The Kennel Club
Kennel club standards
The Kennel Club	standard
Fédération Cynologique Internationale	standard
	Dog (domestic dog)

The Cairn Terrier is a terrier breed originating in the Scottish Highlands and recognised as one of Scotland's earliest working dogs.

The name “Cairn Terrier” was a compromise suggestion when the breed was brought to official shows in the United Kingdom in 1909, initially under the name “Short-haired Skye terrier”. This name was not accepted by The Kennel Club when faced with opposition from breeders of the Skye Terrier. The alternative name Cairn Terrier was adopted.

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