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Name	Australian Terrier	Cairn Terrier	Silky Terrier
Origins	Australia	Scotland	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Aussie	Toto Dog Cairn	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier weight comparison:	9-14 pounds (4-6 kg)	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11.5 pounds (5 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier height comparison:	9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$700-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Frequent: The Australian Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Australian Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier trainability comparison.	Australian Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Australian Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Outright Tempered Companionable Spirited	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Australian Terrier dogs are less 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier?	Average: Australian Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier social needs comparison:	Australian Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Silky Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Australian Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier?	Average: The Australian Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	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 Australian Terrier indoors.	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Australian 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.	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Australian 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.	Silky 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.

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Australian Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky 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 Australian Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Australian Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier?	Australian Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Australian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Silky Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky 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 Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Australian Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier coat comparison:	Rough	Waterproof	Silky Straight Glossy
Colors What are the original Australian Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Silky Terrier color?	Tan Red Blue Sandy	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Australian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian 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.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Australian Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Australian Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky Terrier?	Australian Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier?	Yes Australian 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.	Yes Silky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Silky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky 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: Australian Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Silky 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: Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier?	Not really Australian 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.	Not really Silky 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.

Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky 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 Australian Terrier and Cairn Terrier and Silky Terrier have?	3-6 puppies	2-10 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Australian Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Silky Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy 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 United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	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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