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Name	English Pointer	Wire Fox Terrier	Cairn Terrier
Origins	England	England	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	113	99	69
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier	Toto Dog Cairn
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 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?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$800-$1200	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier trainability comparison.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Alert Intelligent Friendly Quick Bold Fearless Keen	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Cairn 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: English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer 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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Cairn Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn 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 English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier mouthiness comparison:	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Wire Fox 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Eye Problems Epilepsy Deafness Arthritis	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?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Wire Fox 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.
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Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer, Wire Fox Terrier and Cairn Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	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.

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier energy level comparison:	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	2 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry	Waterproof
Colors What are the original English Pointer, Wire Fox Terrier and Cairn Terrier color?	Black White Brown Yellow	White White & Black White & Tan White & Black & Tan White & Tan & Black	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wire Fox Terrier has an average 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 English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cairn 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 English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most 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: English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Wire Fox 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Wire Fox Terrier 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?	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier 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. 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: English Pointer or Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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.

English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier 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. 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 English Pointer and Wire Fox Terrier and Cairn Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-10 puppies
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English Pointer vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 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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