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All 275 side-by-side comparisons for the Cairn Terrier. Each breakdown covers size, temperament, 14 trait ratings, lifespan, and puppy price.

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Similar breeds

Breeds people often weigh against the Cairn Terrier

Airedale Terrier

Airedale Terrier

50–70 lb11–14 yr$1.5–3.5k
American Hairless Terrier

American Hairless Terrier

12–16 lb14–16 yr$1.5–3.5k
American Staffordshire Terrier

American Staffordshire Terrier

40–70 lb12–16 yr$1.5–3.0k
Australian Terrier

Australian Terrier

15–20 lb11–15 yr$1.2–2.5k
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Every Cairn Terrier matchup, by AKC group

Terrier GroupSame group

30 breeds

Foundation Stock Service

67 breeds

Herding Group

30 breeds

Hound Group

32 breeds

Miscellaneous Class

11 breeds

Non-Sporting Group

21 breeds

Sporting Group

32 breeds

Toy Group

21 breeds

Working Group

31 breeds