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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Toto Dog or Irish Blue Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Terrier Cairn Terrier Kerry Blue Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Borders Toto Dog
Cairn
Irish Blue Terrier
Kerry
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight comparison:
Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg) 33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg) 36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier height comparison:
Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $700-$1000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier social needs comparison:
Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Kerry Blue 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.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Border 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.
Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Border 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.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Kerry Blue 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.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
The Border 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.
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border 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.
Average
The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier energy level comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier coat comparison:
Rough Waterproof Curly
Colors
What are the original Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier color?
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?

Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Border Terrier and Cairn Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier have?
2-8 puppies 2-10 puppies 4-8 puppies

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Kerry Blue 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 1913 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium 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 Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
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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