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Cairn Terriers 2013 Wall Calendar - $14.99
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No one appreciates the very
special genius of your conversation as the dog does.
- Christopher Morley
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Oops I Did It Again
"Bernadette"
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Always In Your Eyes
"Adèle"
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The Cairn Terrier was
originally bred in the British Isles as a hunting dog, working in packs to
kill rats, badgers, and other small vermin.
Known in his native Scotland for over 500 years,
the Cairn Terrier is believed
to be the oldest of the British terriers.
The
Cairn 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.
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Although the Cairn Terrier is a
small dog, standing just 10 inches high at the shoulder, he is often
described as a "big dog trapped in a small dog's body". Like all terriers, he is an active, independent
bundle of energy. He is extremely tough,
resilient, and is not prone to injury. However, his
fierce determination and unwillingness to back away from confrontation
even if the other dog is much bigger can cause him to come to grief. It
is also the main reason behind the absolutely essential backyard fence!
The Cairn Terrier has a harsh,
weather-resistant double coat that may be any colour except white.
Perhaps the
best known Cairn Terrier is "Toto" from the Wizard of Oz. Cairns
are people dogs who thrive
on attention and are NOT suitable for people without any time
for a dog. They are very active, inquisitive and "ready to
go" dogs. The Cairn is a great dog for the house and is very
good with children. Alert, energetic and always on the watch, Cairn
Terriers are very territorial, and will alert you to the presence of
strangers.
Cairns are natural diggers who can only
be discouraged through early and firm training. However, they are
intelligent little creatures who are easily housetrained. Cairns are
curious and independent but do require attention. Without enough human
contact or proper training, they can become destructive and boredom
barkers. A daily walk on leash (your Cairn won't be able to resist chasing
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Resources |
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Buying a Puppy
Dog Titles
Disaster Proofing |
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Clubs
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The Cairn Terrier Club
of Canada
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Terrier Association of Ontario |
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CanaDogs.com Breeders
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CKC
Cairn Terrier Breed Standard |
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Photos
displayed above courtesy of:
Julie
Trottier and Andre Plante, Graffiti Perm Reg'd
Quebec
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Ask
An Expert |
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Rescue |
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Cairn
Terrier Club of Canada
BC Division
Janice Lewis, Lower Mainland
(604) 522-9363
Leslie Lundgren, Island
(250) 748-5498
Ontario and Eastern Regions Rescue
Linda Kettlewell
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Did you
know? |
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The Cairn Terrier
who starred in
The Wizard of Oz as Toto
was actually a female
dog named Terry.
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