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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Toto Dog or Cantab Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cairn Terrier Norwich Terrier Bluetick Rat Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Toto Dog
Cairn
Cantab Terrier
Jones Terrier
Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier
Trumpington Terrier
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Norwich Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg) 10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg) Male: 20–35 pounds (9–16 kg), Female:20–35 pounds (9–16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg) 11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier height comparison:
Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm) 10 inches (25 cm) 20-27 inches (51-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) 10 inches (25 cm) 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1000 $1400-$2000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier?
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Bluetick Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Active
Loving
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Bluetick Rat Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier?
High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bluetick Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier social needs comparison:
Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bluetick Rat Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bluetick Rat Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Norwich 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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Bluetick Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier?
Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Bluetick Rat Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Bloat
Heart Problems
Krabbe's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Bluetick Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Cairn Terrier, Norwich Terrier and Bluetick Rat Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Bluetick Rat Terrier: 16 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier?
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 Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Bluetick Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier coat comparison:
Waterproof Wiry
Soft
Fine
Dense
Shiny
Colors
What are the original Cairn Terrier, Norwich Terrier and Bluetick Rat Terrier color?
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Brown
Tricolor
Ticked
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Bluetick Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier? Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bluetick Rat Terrier dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat Terrier?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. Yes See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier?

Medium

The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bluetick Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bluetick Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat 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: Cairn Terrier or Norwich Terrier or Bluetick Rat 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier?

Not really

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

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

Bluetick Rat 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.

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat 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 Cairn Terrier and Norwich Terrier and Bluetick Rat Terrier have?
2-10 puppies 1-3 puppies 6-8 puppies

Cairn Terrier vs Norwich Terrier vs Bluetick Rat Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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. Not recognized by FCI.
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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