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Name	Cairn Terrier	Shih Tzu	Biewer Terrier
Origins	Scotland	China	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	69	20	588
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Toto Dog Cairn	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Biewer à la Pom Pon Biewer Yorkie Biewer Yorkshire German Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier height comparison:	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$800-$1200	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Biewer Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier trainability comparison.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer 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. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Playful Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Friendly
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. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier?	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Biewer Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier social needs comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
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. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Biewer Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier?	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Biewer 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 Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Biewer Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer 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.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Biewer Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih Tzu 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.

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier?	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Biewer Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer 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)	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles	Dental Problems GI tract sensitivity Bouts of diarrhea Frequent discolored or soft stool
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.	Average The Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Biewer Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Cairn Terrier, Shih Tzu and Biewer Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Biewer Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier energy level comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Biewer Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.	Biewer Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Biewer Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Biewer Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense	Silky Soft Long
Colors What are the original Cairn Terrier, Shih Tzu and Biewer Terrier color?	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Piebald Black & White & Tan Chocolate Tan & White Blue Tan & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Biewer Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Biewer 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: Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Biewer Terrier has a low 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. See more.	The Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Biewer Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Biewer Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Biewer 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 Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Biewer Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Biewer Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer Terrier?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Biewer Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier?	Yes Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Biewer 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 Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Biewer Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Biewer Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer 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: Cairn Terrier or Shih Tzu or Biewer 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer Terrier?	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Biewer 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.

Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer 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 Cairn Terrier and Shih Tzu and Biewer Terrier have?	2-10 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Cairn Terrier vs Shih Tzu vs Biewer 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 1969 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds 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	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	United Kennel Club

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