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Name	Drever	Tibetan Terrier	Cairn Terrier
Origins	Sweden	Tibet	Scotland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	412	101	69
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swedish Dachsbracke	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso	Toto Dog Cairn
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight comparison:	32-34 pounds (14-16 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	33 pounds (15 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier height comparison:	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$2000	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier trainability comparison.	Drever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Drever dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Drever dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Outright Tempered Selfish Keen	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	High: Drever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier social needs comparison:	Drever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Drever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Drever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Drevers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Low to Average: The Drever rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Drever breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Cairn Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Drever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Drever dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Tibetan Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Drever bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Drever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Drever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Drevers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Drever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Drever, Tibetan Terrier and Cairn Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Drever: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier energy level comparison:	Drever dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Drever dogs have an average exercise need.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Drever dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Drever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier coat comparison:	Thick Harsh Coarse	Thick Smooth	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Drever, Tibetan Terrier and Cairn Terrier color?	Black White Fawn Tricolor	Black Gray White Silver	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Drever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Drever or Tibetan Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Drever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Drever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Drever is an average drooler. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Drever dogs are generally with other pets.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Drever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Yes Drever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Drever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Drevers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Drever or Tibetan Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Not really Drever breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Drever and Tibetan Terrier and Cairn Terrier have?	4-9 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-10 puppies
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Drever vs Tibetan Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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