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Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cairicocker or Merry Cocker Woker or Toto Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cairicocker English Cocker Spaniel Cairn Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
No data available Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Toto Dog
Cairn
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Small
Medium
Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier weight comparison:
13-29 pounds (6-13 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 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?
21 pounds (9.5 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier height comparison:
10-15 inches (25-38 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 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?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$900-$1200 $900-$1200 $700-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Very frequent: The Cairicocker is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier intelligence:
Outstanding: Cairicocker is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier trainability comparison.
Cairicocker dogs are easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Cairicocker dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cairicocker dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Assertive
Quiet
Faithful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
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.
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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Cairn 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: Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier?
High: Cairicocker dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel 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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Social Needs
Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier social needs comparison:
Cairicocker dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Cairicocker is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Cairn 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?
Cairicocker dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Cocker Spaniel 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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Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Cairicocker is a playful breed.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier?
Average to High: The Cairicocker is a vocal breed.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Apartment-friendly dog the Cairicocker breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel 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.

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Cairicocker dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
English Cocker Spaniel 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: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Cairicocker dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
English Cocker Spaniel 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.

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cairicocker bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Cairicocker has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Cairicocker dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier?
The Cairicocker is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Renal Failure
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
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?
Average
The Cairicocker should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Life Expectancy
Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Cairicocker, English Cocker Spaniel and Cairn Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairicocker: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cairicocker 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 English Cocker Spaniel 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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Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier energy level comparison:
Cairicocker dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cairicocker dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Cairicocker dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
1 to 2 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. 0.5 to 1.5 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? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cairicocker's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel 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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Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier coat comparison:
Feathered
Waterproof
Feathered Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Cairicocker, English Cocker Spaniel and Cairn Terrier color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Golden
Liver
Wheaten
Roan
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Cairicocker requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Cairicocker dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn 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, Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier?

Medium

The Cairicocker has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high 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 Cairicocker is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Cocker Spaniel 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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Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cairicocker dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Cairicocker dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Cairicocker dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Cairicocker dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn Terrier?
Cairicocker dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier?
Yes
Cairicocker dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel 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
Cairicocker is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Cocker Spaniel 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?
Cairicockers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.
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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: Cairicocker or English Cocker Spaniel or Cairn 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: Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier?

Yes

Cairicocker breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes 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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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.
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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 Cairicocker and English Cocker Spaniel and Cairn Terrier have?
6-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 2-10 puppies

Cairicocker vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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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